- Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year.
France Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 262.9 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 6.4% on 2022. The Energy & Process GHG Emissions dataset of France 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.
France Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 317.5 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 262.9 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−17.2%), an average of −2.3% a year. The series high was 327.7 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 261 Million Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2020) is 66.70 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −15.9% in 2020.
Among the 36 countries in this dataset, France ranks 25 for 2023, behind China (12,604 Million Tonnes) and U.S. (5,130 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 0.7% 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 | 262.9 | −6.4% |
| 2022 | 280.8 | −2.2% |
| 2021 | 287.1 | +10% |
| 2020 Trough | 261 | −15.9% |
| 2019 | 310.4 | −2.3% |
| 2018 | 317.6 | −3.1% |
| 2017Peak | 327.7 | +1.5% |
| 2016 | 323 | +1.7% |
| 2015 | 317.5 | — |
Regional context
Energy & Process GHG Emissions by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. France 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 emissions from energy production, fuel combustion, and industrial processes, making it an important indicator of environmental performance and industrial activity.
France recorded 317.50 million tonnes of energy and process greenhouse gas emissions in 2015, increasing to 323.00 million tonnes in 2016 and 327.70 million tonnes in 2017. Emissions declined to 317.60 million tonnes in 2018 and 310.40 million tonnes in 2019. A sharp reduction occurred in 2020, when emissions fell to 261.00 million tonnes due to weaker economic activity and reduced energy consumption. Emissions rebounded to 287.10 million tonnes in 2021 before easing slightly to 280.80 million tonnes in 2022. In 2023, emissions declined further to 262.90 million tonnes, remaining close to the low recorded during 2020.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates a gradual long-term decline in greenhouse gas emissions despite temporary increases during economic recovery. The trend reflects continuing improvements in energy efficiency, cleaner energy utilization, and industrial emission management while maintaining lower emission levels than those observed before the pandemic.
The dataset is useful for monitoring national greenhouse gas emissions, evaluating industrial and energy-sector performance, and assessing climate policy outcomes. It supports comparative regional studies, sustainability assessments, and long-term environmental planning while providing a reliable foundation for forecasting future emission trends. Researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders can also use the data to evaluate emission reduction strategies, monitor decarbonization progress, and understand long-term relationships between industrial production, energy demand, and greenhouse gas emissions across France.
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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.
France Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 262.9 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 6.4% on 2022.
France Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 317.5 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 262.9 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−17.2%), an average of −2.3% a year. The series high was 327.7 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 261 Million Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 327.7 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 261 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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