Lesotho, a country with a population of 2,125,268 and an urban population of 607,508, accounting for approximately 28.59% of the total, has produced 2,282,165 tons of CO2 in 2022.
This translates to a per capita CO2 emission of 1.00 ton, indicating that each person generates around 1 ton of CO2 annually.
To assess the impact of economic activity on CO2 emissions, it is valuable to examine the Carbon Intensity of GDP. In Lesotho, this measure stands at 0.93 kg of CO2 per International dollar ($USD) of economic output, which is higher than both the USA (0.30 kg) and China (0.57 kg).
These figures highlight the importance of addressing CO2 emissions in Lesotho and implementing measures to reduce carbon intensity. By focusing on sustainable practices and adopting cleaner technologies, the country can work towards minimizing its environmental impact while promoting economic growth.
Lesotho Total CO2 emissions by source
How much do coal, oil, gas, cement and flaring contribute to CO2 emissions in Lesotho?
In 2022, Lesotho’s total CO2 emissions amounted to 2,282,165 metric tons. The primary contributors to these emissions were coal, accounting for 1,582,200 metric tons, and oil, with 699,965 metric tons.
Notably, there were no emissions from gas, cement, or flaring.
These figures underscore the significant role of coal and oil in Lesotho’s economy and their correlation with CO2 emissions.
What fraction of world fossil co2 emissions does Lesotho accounts?
Lesotho is the 155th largest emitter of CO2 in the world. It represents 0.006% of global CO2 emissions.
CO2 emissions from Coal
In Lesotho, carbon usage resulted in the production of 1,582,200 tons of CO2, accounting for 69.33% of the total CO2 emissions.
CO2 emissions from oil in Lesotho
In Lesotho, the utilization of oil has led to the production of 699,965 tons of CO2, representing approximately 30.67% of the total CO2 emissions.
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