CO2 Emissions per Capita: Burundi

Analysis# Burundi CO2 Emissions per Capita Burundi's per capita CO2 emissions reached 0.069 metric tons in 2024, remaining among the world's lowest. The country peaked at 0.073 metric tons in 2020, just 5.8% above current levels, while its 1971 low of 0.016 metric tons marks a stark contrast. Since 1970, emissions have surged 305.9%—a significant increase, though absolute values stay minimal relative to global averages. The most dramatic rise occurred between 2015 and 2020, when emissions nearly doubled from 0.039 to 0.073 metric tons. This sharp climb reflects increased economic activity and energy consumption during that five-year period. Since 2020, emissions have stabilized around 0.069–0.070 metric tons, suggesting a plateau after years of rapid growth. The current trajectory indicates Burundi's emissions have plateaued rather than resumed steep acceleration.