The table and charts provides estimate for projected methane emissions within the industry sectors targeted by GMI (biogas, coal mines, and oil & gas) from 2020-2050. Data are presented in million metric tonnes carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e).
Sector | 2020 | 2035 | 2050 |
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Biogas | 5.848 | 6.643 | 7.3 |
Coal Mines | 17.565 | 17.34 | 16.439 |
Oil & Gas | 0.791 | 0.834 | 0.87 |
Other (Non-GMI) | 20.823 | 22.852 | 23.215 |
Source: Global Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, U.S. EPA