CO2 Emissions per Capita: Congo, Dem. Rep. of the

Analysis# Congo, Dem. Rep. of the CO2 Emissions per Capita The Democratic Republic of the Congo emitted 0.057 metric tons of CO2 per capita in 2024, representing a dramatic 60.7% decline from its peak of 0.145 metric tons in 1970. Current emissions remain well below the all-time low of 0.035 metric tons recorded in 2001, positioning the nation among the world's lowest per capita emitters. This substantial downward shift over five decades reflects the country's minimal industrial development and limited energy infrastructure relative to global peers. Recent years show relative stability with slight volatility. Emissions dipped to 0.036 metric tons in 2016 before gradually recovering, reaching 0.061 metric tons in 2022—the highest point in the recent period—then moderating to 0.057 metric tons by 2024. The modest uptick in 2022 likely correlates with increased economic activity, yet current levels remain approximately 40% below the 1970 baseline, suggesting continued low-carbon development patterns.