- Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year.
Argentina Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 229.4 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 2.5% on 2022. The Energy & Process GHG Emissions dataset of Argentina from 2015 to 2023 provides a clear and consistent view of the country’s greenhouse gas emission landscape, highlighting emission trends, industrial activities, and energy-related emission patterns over the observed period.
Argentina Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 222.1 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 229.4 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+3.3%), an average of +0.4% a year. The series high was 235.2 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 193.3 Million Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2022) and low (2020) is 41.90 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +12.9% in 2021.
Among the 36 countries in this dataset, Argentina ranks 27 for 2023, behind China (12,604 Million Tonnes) and U.S. (5,130 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 0.6% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 229.4 | −2.5% |
| 2022Peak | 235.2 | +7.7% |
| 2021 | 218.3 | +12.9% |
| 2020 Trough | 193.3 | −7.2% |
| 2019 | 208.4 | −4.2% |
| 2018 | 217.6 | −0.4% |
| 2017 | 218.4 | −0.8% |
| 2016 | 220.2 | −0.9% |
| 2015 | 222.1 | — |
Regional context
Energy & Process GHG Emissions by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Argentina is highlighted.
Data definition
Energy & Process GHG Emissions — - Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year. The indicator is typically expressed in million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO₂e) and combines emissions from fossil fuel combustion, industrial energy use, and process-related activities into a single measure using global warming potential (GWP) factors. It provides a comprehensive assessment of emissions associated with energy production, energy consumption, and industrial manufacturing, making it a key indicator for evaluating a country's environmental impact, industrial development, and progress toward climate mitigation objectives.
The data includes greenhouse gas emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas across all major sectors, including electricity and heat generation, manufacturing, transportation, residential, commercial, and other energy-consuming activities. It also includes emissions from industrial processes that are not directly related to fuel combustion, such as cement production, lime manufacturing, chemical production, metal processing, and other process-related industrial activities. The indicator incorporates major greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), nitrous oxide (N₂O), and, where applicable, fluorinated gases, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) using internationally recognized global warming potential factors. Data is compiled using standardized international methodologies to ensure consistent reporting and comparability across countries and over time.
The data excludes greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, forestry, land-use change and forestry (LULUCF), waste management, and other non-energy sectors unless explicitly included within the reporting methodology. It does not account for carbon removals through forests, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), or other negative emission technologies. The indicator excludes indirect emissions embodied in imported goods and services and does not measure sector-specific emission intensity, per capita emissions, or energy efficiency. Variations in national reporting practices, industrial classifications, emission factors, and estimation methodologies may result in minor differences in reported values across countries.
Energy & Process GHG Emissions — - Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year. The indicator is typically expressed in million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO₂e) and combines emissions from fossil fuel combustion, industrial energy use, and process-related activities into a single measure using global warming potential (GWP) factors. It provides a comprehensive assessment of emissions associated with energy production, energy consumption, and industrial manufacturing, making it a key indicator for evaluating a country's environmental impact, industrial development, and progress toward climate mitigation objectives.
Measured in million tonnes, the dataset reflects greenhouse gas emissions generated from energy production, fuel combustion, and industrial process activities, making it an important indicator of environmental performance, industrial development, energy demand, and progress toward climate objectives.
Argentina recorded 222.10 million tonnes of energy and process greenhouse gas emissions in 2015, declining slightly to 220.20 million tonnes in 2016 and 218.40 million tonnes in 2017. Emissions continued to ease to 217.60 million tonnes in 2018 and 208.40 million tonnes in 2019, reflecting relatively subdued industrial and energy-sector activity. In 2020, emissions fell more significantly to 193.30 million tonnes as pandemic-related restrictions reduced industrial production and energy consumption. Economic recovery contributed to emissions increasing to 218.30 million tonnes in 2021 and reaching 235.20 million tonnes in 2022, the highest level recorded during the review period. In 2023, emissions moderated to 229.40 million tonnes but remained above most pre-pandemic levels, indicating sustained industrial recovery and growing energy demand.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates relatively stable greenhouse gas emissions with moderate fluctuations influenced by economic conditions, industrial output, and energy consumption. The temporary decline in 2020 was followed by a strong rebound, highlighting the close relationship between economic recovery and emission levels while emphasizing the need for continued improvements in energy efficiency and lower-carbon technologies.
The dataset provides valuable insights for monitoring national greenhouse gas performance, evaluating industrial and energy-sector emissions, and assessing progress toward decarbonization and climate policy objectives. It also supports sustainability assessments, regional benchmarking, long-term environmental planning, and future emission forecasting, enabling policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to strengthen emission reduction strategies and informed climate-related decision-making.
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Definition- Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year. The indicator is typically expressed in million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (MtCO₂e) and combines emissions from fossil fuel combustion, industrial energy use, and process-related activities into a single measure using global warming potential (GWP) factors. It provides a comprehensive assessment of emissions associated with energy production, energy consumption, and industrial manufacturing, making it a key indicator for evaluating a country's environmental impact, industrial development, and progress toward climate mitigation objectives.
Argentina Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 229.4 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 2.5% on 2022.
Argentina Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 222.1 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 229.4 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+3.3%), an average of +0.4% a year. The series high was 235.2 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the low 193.3 Million Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 235.2 Million Tonnes in 2022 and the lowest was 193.3 Million Tonnes in 2020.
Included: The data includes greenhouse gas emissions from the combustion of fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas across all major sectors, including electricity and heat generation, manufacturing, transportation, residential, commercial, and other energy-consuming activities. It also includes emissions from industrial processes that are not directly related to fuel combustion, such as cement production, lime manufacturing, chemical production, metal processing, and other process-related industrial activities. The indicator incorporates major greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide (CO₂), methane (CH₄), nitrous oxide (N₂O), and, where applicable, fluorinated gases, expressed as carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e) using internationally recognized global warming potential factors. Data is compiled using standardized international methodologies to ensure consistent reporting and comparability across countries and over time. Excluded: The data excludes greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture, forestry, land-use change and forestry (LULUCF), waste management, and other non-energy sectors unless explicitly included within the reporting methodology. It does not account for carbon removals through forests, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), or other negative emission technologies. The indicator excludes indirect emissions embodied in imported goods and services and does not measure sector-specific emission intensity, per capita emissions, or energy efficiency. Variations in national reporting practices, industrial classifications, emission factors, and estimation methodologies may result in minor differences in reported values across countries.
The series is sourced from energyinst.org (https://www.energyinst.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1542714/684_EI_Stat_Review_V16_DIGITAL.pdf). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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