CO2 Emissions per Capita: Egypt

Analysis# Egypt CO2 Emissions per Capita Egypt's per capita CO2 emissions reached 2.503 metric tons in 2024, nearly matching the all-time peak of 2.524 metric tons recorded in 2017. Since 1970, emissions have surged 240.5%, climbing from a low of 0.686 metric tons as the country industrialized and energy consumption expanded. The current level reflects Egypt's continued reliance on fossil fuels despite gradual efficiency improvements over recent decades. The 2017 peak marked a turning point. Emissions declined sharply through 2019, dropping to 2.204 metric tons—the lowest point in over a decade. However, the recovery has been swift, with 2024 showing an uptick that signals renewed pressure from economic activity and energy demand. The volatility over the past five years suggests Egypt's emissions remain sensitive to economic cycles and energy policy shifts.