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Historical Carbon Dioxide Emissions Data
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This collection of data details historical carbon dioxide emissions globally, categorized by the source of the emission. Carbon dioxide is a chemical compound occurring as a colorless gas, recognized for its role in climate change. This dataset allows for the examination of trends in CO2 levels across centuries, making it highly valuable for historical climate research and understanding the origins of emissions.
Columns
The dataset features 8 distinct columns:
- Year: The specific year for the recorded emission data, spanning from 1751 to 2010.
- Total: The combined total emissions across all measured sources.
- Gas Fuel: Emissions specifically derived from the consumption of gas fuel.
- Liquid Fuel: Emissions resulting from the burning of liquid fuel sources.
- Solid Fuel: Emissions attributed to solid fuel sources.
- Cement: Emissions generated during the production of cement.
- Gas Flaring: Emissions resulting from the process of gas flaring.
- Per Capita: Calculated emissions on a per capita basis, though this column has a high percentage (77%) of missing values.
Distribution
The data is provided in a CSV file named
global.csv, which has a file size of 6.71 kB. It contains approximately 260 records, with most columns having 100% data validity for that record count. The dataset is static, as the expected update frequency is listed as "Never".Usage
This data is perfectly suited for climate modelling and historical analysis of anthropogenic impacts on the atmosphere. It is ideal for visualising long-term trends in fuel source usage and their environmental consequences. Educational applications include practice for data science beginners and intermediate users, as well as studies focusing on chemistry and atmospheric science.
Coverage
The scope of the data is global. It covers a vast temporal range, beginning in 1751 and extending through 2010. While coverage is extensive, note must be made of the significant gaps in the 'Per Capita' measurements.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Intended users include climate change researchers needing historical baseline data, environmental policy analysts tracking shifts in global emission sources, and students engaging in quantitative historical studies of energy use and climate. It is suitable for both beginner and intermediate levels of data exploration.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Global CO2 Emissions by Source 1751–2010
- Historical Carbon Dioxide Emissions Data
- Worldwide Fossil Fuel CO2 Data
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Original Data Source: Historical Carbon Dioxide Emissions Data
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