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 | 18.31 | 21.893 | 24.493 |
Coal Mines | 5.784 | 5.502 | 5.69 |
Oil & Gas | 2.584 | 2.81 | 3.365 |
Other (Non-GMI) | 30.848 | 34.836 | 37.224 |
Source: Global Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, U.S. EPA