CO2 Emissions per Capita: Liberia

Analysis# Liberia CO2 Emissions per Capita Liberia's per capita CO2 emissions stand at 0.154 metric tons in 2024, reflecting one of the world's lowest emission rates. This figure represents a dramatic 76.7% decline since 1970, when the country contributed significantly more to global emissions. The nation peaked at 0.767 metric tons per capita in 1979 but has remained well below that level for decades, even dropping to a historic low of 0.108 metric tons in 1998. A sharp drop occurred between 2017 and 2018, when emissions fell from 0.254 to 0.13 metric tons per capita—a 49% plunge in a single year. Since 2018, emissions have stabilized around 0.15–0.16 metric tons annually, suggesting a sustained period of low-carbon activity. Liberia's minimal per capita footprint reflects limited industrial development and energy consumption relative to more industrialized nations, positioning the country among global leaders in carbon efficiency.