Nicaragua
Introduction
Nicaragua joined the Global Methane Initiative (GMI) in 2010.
- Introduction
- Methane Emissions Summary
- Methane Commitments and Plans
- Methane Actions
- Ministries and Agencies Supporting Methane Actions
- GMI Delegates
Last Updated: October 2024
Methane Emissions Summary
Nicaragua has not published methane emissions data.
According to EPA’s non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Data Tool, Global Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, the livestock sector accounts for more than half of Nicaragua’s estimated methane emissions and is projected to make up just over 64% of their total methane emissions in 2030. Livestock sources include enteric fermentation and manure management. The following charts illustrate the percentage of methane emissions by source for 2030 and provide estimates for projected methane emissions in Nicaragua through 2050. Data are presented in million metric tonnes carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e).
Methane Emissions by Source (Total = 7.6 MMTCO2e), 2030
Methane Emissions Trend and Projections by Sector, 1990-2050
| Sector | 2020 | 2030 | 2050 |
| Biogas | 1.047 | 1.172 | 1.370 |
| Coal Mines | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Oil & Gas | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other (Non-GMI) | 5.409 | 5.785 | 6.433 |
Source: Global Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, U.S. EPA.