CO2 Emissions per Capita: Marshall Islands

Analysis# Marshall Islands CO2 Emissions per Capita Marshall Islands reported 0.003 metric tons of CO2 emissions per capita in 2024, matching its all-time peak from 1982. The nation's emissions profile remains exceptionally low compared to global averages, reflecting its small population and limited industrial activity. Since 1970, when emissions first registered at zero, the country has experienced negligible growth, with current levels representing a marginal increase from its starting point. Recent data from 2015 to 2022 showed stable emissions at 0.002 metric tons per capita before a slight uptick to 0.003 in 2023 that persisted through 2024. This modest elevation suggests increased energy consumption or transportation activity, though Marshall Islands continues to rank among the world's lowest emitters. The sustained near-zero trajectory underscores the nation's minimal contribution to global carbon emissions despite its vulnerability to climate change impacts.