CO2 Emissions per Capita: Georgia

Analysis# Georgia CO2 Emissions per Capita Georgia's per capita CO2 emissions reached 3.64 metric tons in 2024, reflecting a dramatic 51% decline from its 1981 peak of 7.527 metric tons. The country has reduced emissions by 37.3% since 1970, though current levels remain well above the 2002 low of 0.903 metric tons. This long-term improvement masks the complexity of Georgia's recent energy trajectory and economic transitions. The past decade reveals a concerning reversal: emissions climbed from 2.858 metric tons in 2015 to 3.64 in 2024, a 27% increase. The sharpest jump occurred between 2021 and 2022, rising from 3.328 to 3.626 metric tons. This upward trend suggests Georgia's emissions are moving away from the country's historical low point, potentially driven by increased energy demand or shifts in energy sourcing patterns.