Botswana, with a population of 2,346,179 and an urban population of 1,616,550, accounting for 0.689% of the total, has a GDP of $18,340,510,789. In 2022, the country produced 6,499,919 tons of CO2, resulting in a per capita emission of 2.51 tons.
This means that each person generates approximately 2.5 tons of CO2 annually.
To assess the impact of Botswana’s economic activity on CO2 emissions, it is crucial to consider the Carbon Intensity of GDP. Botswana’s carbon intensity is measured at 0.35 kg of CO2 per International dollar of economic output, which is lower than both the USA (0.3 kg) and China (0.57 kg).
This indicates that Botswana’s economic output is relatively less carbon-intensive compared to these countries.
Botswana Total CO2 emissions by source
How much do coal, oil, gas, cement and flaring contribute to CO2 emissions in Botswana?
In 2022, Botswana’s total CO2 emissions reached 6,499,919 metric tons. The primary sources of these emissions were coal, accounting for 3,653,634 metric tons, and oil, with 2,846,285 metric tons.
Notably, there were no significant emissions from gas, cement, or flaring.
These figures underscore the significant contribution of coal and oil to Botswana’s carbon footprint.
Furthermore, it is crucial to examine the correlation between these emissions and Botswana’s GDP to gain insights into the environmental impact of economic activities.
What fraction of world fossil co2 emissions does Botswana accounts?
Botswana is the 128th largest emitter of CO2 in the world. It represents 0.018% of global CO2 emissions.
CO2 emissions from Coal
In Botswana, carbon usage resulted in the production of 3,653,634 tons of CO2, accounting for 56.21% of the total CO2 emissions.
CO2 emissions from oil in Botswana
In Botswana, oil usage resulted in the production of 2,846,285 tons of CO2, accounting for 43.79% of the total CO2 emissions.
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