CO2 Emissions per Capita: Madagascar

Analysis# Madagascar CO2 Emissions per Capita Madagascar's CO2 emissions per capita reached 0.146 metric tons in 2024, nearly matching the all-time peak of 0.147 metric tons recorded in 2023. Since 1970, per capita emissions have grown 27.0% overall, rising from a low of 0.066 metric tons in 1988. Despite this long-term increase, Madagascar remains among the world's lowest emitters per capita, reflecting its limited industrial base and energy infrastructure. Recent years show volatile fluctuations rather than steady growth. Emissions dipped sharply to 0.108 metric tons in 2020, likely due to pandemic-related economic contraction, then rebounded strongly through 2023. The slight decline from 2023 to 2024 suggests potential stabilization, though the persistent proximity to record levels indicates emissions remain elevated compared to historical norms before 2019.