CO2 Emissions per Capita: Micronesia, Fed. States of

Analysis# Micronesia, Fed. States of CO2 Emissions per Capita The Federated States of Micronesia reported 0.002 metric tons of CO2 emissions per capita in 2024, matching its all-time peak set in 1970. Over the 54-year span from 1970 to 2024, emissions have remained virtually flat, with zero percent total change. The nation's lowest point occurred in 1975 at 0.001 metric tons per capita, a brief dip that proved temporary. Since 2015, annual emissions have held steady at 0.002 metric tons per capita without variation. This remarkable consistency suggests Micronesia's carbon footprint has stabilized at minimal levels relative to global standards. The nation's extremely low per-capita emissions reflect its small population and limited industrial activity, positioning it among the world's smallest carbon contributors despite its exposure to climate change impacts.