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National Emission Statistics
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This dataset provides detailed tracking of emission totals per country from 2000 to 2020. Its primary purpose is to offer an objective and quantitative viewpoint on global warming, facilitating accountability among nations for their environmental contributions. What sets this dataset apart is its inclusion of emissions beyond just carbon dioxide (CO2), such as methane (CH4) and nitrous oxide (N2O), and the separation of emission data by source, significantly enhancing its analytical potential. All figures are official statistics compiled from the United Nations's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and are reported in kilotonnes. The dataset covers a span of 7670 days, from 1st January 2000 to 31st December 2020.
Columns
- Area: The name of the country.
- Item: The specific source of emission being tracked, such as IPCC Agriculture or LULUCF.
- Element: The type of emission being tracked, including Emissions (CO2eq) (AR5) and Emissions (N2O).
- Unit: The unit of measurement for all emissions, which is kilotonnes.
- 2000 through 2020: Columns representing the total emissions in kilotonnes for each respective year.
Distribution
This dataset is typically provided in a CSV (Comma Separated Values) file format. The sample file itself is approximately 12.42 MB in size and contains 25 columns. While specific numbers for rows are not always explicitly available for every column, the dataset generally comprises around 58,800 records for core attributes like Area, Item, Element, and Unit. The yearly emission columns (2000-2020) have a high percentage of valid entries, typically between 91% and 95%, with a small percentage of missing data (5-9%) for some years.
Usage
This dataset is ideal for:
- Tracking and comparing emission rates across different countries over two decades.
- Holding countries accountable for their contributions to global warming.
- Conducting time series analysis on global environmental trends.
- Gaining a quantitative and objective understanding of global warming issues.
- Analysing the impact of various emission sources and types, including non-CO2 gases.
Coverage
The dataset offers global geographic coverage, tracking emissions for numerous countries worldwide. The temporal scope spans twenty years, from 1st January 2000 to 31st December 2020. There is no specific demographic scope, as the data focuses on country-level emissions. All data are official figures from the United Nations's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). While the dataset is robust, some individual year columns may have minor data gaps.
License
CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Who Can Use It
- Environmental researchers and scientists: For in-depth analysis of climate change and emission patterns.
- Policy analysts and government bodies: To inform policy decisions, assess national environmental impact, and monitor international agreements.
- Non-governmental organisations (NGOs): For advocacy, public awareness campaigns, and monitoring environmental accountability.
- Academics and students: For educational purposes, dissertations, and research projects related to global warming and sustainability.
- Journalists and data visualizers: To create informative reports and visualisations on climate trends.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global Country Emissions 2000-2020 (FAO Data)
- Worldwide Greenhouse Gas Totals by Nation
- FAO Global Emissions by Country: A 20-Year Analysis
- National Emission Statistics (2000-2020)
- Climate Accountability: Country Emissions Dataset
Attributes
Original Data Source: National Emission Statistics
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