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Historical Per Capita Carbon Dioxide Data
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This dataset provides a detailed record of CO2 emissions in metric tonnes per capita for every country worldwide, spanning from 1990 to 2019. It offers valuable insights into global carbon emissions trends, allowing for analysis of environmental impact and policy effectiveness over nearly three decades. The data was meticulously collected from the World Data Bank and has undergone initial preprocessing using Excel. This dataset serves as a foundational resource for understanding the scale and distribution of CO2 emissions across different nations and regions.
Columns
- Country Name: The full name of the country. There are 215 unique country names represented.
- country_code: A three-letter code uniquely identifying each country. This column also contains 215 unique values.
- Region: The geographical region to which the country belongs, such as 'Europe & Central Asia' or 'Sub-Saharan Africa'. There are 7 unique regions in total.
- Indicator Name: Specifies the unit of measurement for the CO2 emissions data, which is consistently 'CO2 emissions (metric tons per capita)'.
- 1990 - 2019 (inclusive of all years): Each year from 1990 to 2019 is represented as a separate column, containing the CO2 emission value in metric tonnes per capita for that specific year. Data for these columns is available for approximately 86-89% of the entries, with some missing values.
Distribution
The dataset is provided as a CSV (Comma Separated Values) file, named
CO2_emission.csv, with a size of 87.53 kB. It comprises 35 columns in total, including identifiers and annual emission figures. The dataset contains records for 215 unique countries. While most data points are present, a small percentage of annual emission figures for certain countries are not available.Usage
This dataset is ideal for a variety of applications, including:
- Environmental Research: Analysing historical CO2 emission trends and patterns across different countries and regions.
- Policy Analysis: Evaluating the effectiveness of environmental policies and international agreements related to carbon emissions.
- Data Analytics and Visualisation: Creating interactive dashboards and visualisations to highlight global and regional disparities in CO2 output.
- Economic Studies: Investigating the correlation between economic development and CO2 emissions.
- Educational Purposes: Serving as a valuable resource for students and academics studying climate change and sustainability.
Coverage
The dataset covers every country around the world, categorised by their respective regions. The time range for the CO2 emission data is from 1990 to 2019. The data is presented on a per capita basis, providing insights into the average emissions for individuals within each country. While the dataset is extensive, there are a few instances of missing data points for specific countries in certain years.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
This dataset is particularly useful for:
- Environmental Scientists and Researchers: For detailed studies on global warming and climate change.
- Policy Analysts and Government Bodies: To inform decisions on environmental regulations and international climate agreements.
- Data Journalists: For creating impactful stories and reports on environmental issues.
- Economists: To explore the relationship between national economies and environmental impact.
- Students and Educators: As a practical resource for learning about data analysis, environmental science, and global issues.
- Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs): For advocacy and awareness campaigns related to sustainability.
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Original Data Source: Historical Per Capita Carbon Dioxide Data
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