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 | 16.665 | 14.607 | 13.694 |
Coal Mines | 0.516 | 0.491 | 0.508 |
Oil & Gas | 4.749 | 4.329 | 3.888 |
Other (Non-GMI) | 27.231 | 26.588 | 25.93 |
Source: Global Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, U.S. EPA