CO2 Emissions per Capita: Cambodia

Analysis# Cambodia CO2 Emissions per Capita Cambodia's per capita CO2 emissions reached 1.102 metric tons in 2024, remaining near its all-time peak of 1.114 metric tons recorded in 2020. This represents a dramatic shift from 1970, when the country emitted just 0.032 metric tons per capita—a staggering 3,343.8% increase over five decades. Despite plateauing in recent years, Cambodia's emissions trajectory reflects the environmental costs of rapid industrialization and economic development. The sharpest growth occurred between 2015 and 2020, when per capita emissions more than doubled from 0.545 to 1.114 metric tons. Since the 2020 peak, emissions have stabilized around 1.09 metric tons annually, suggesting a possible plateau rather than continued acceleration. Cambodia's relatively low per capita figure compared to global averages reflects its developing economy status, though the steep historical climb indicates intensifying energy demand and industrial activity.