- Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year.
Netherlands Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 5.2% on 2022. The Energy & Process GHG Emissions dataset of the Netherlands 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.
Netherlands Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 208.1 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−24.8%), an average of −3.5% a year. The series high was 208.5 Million Tonnes in 2016 and the low 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023.
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2023) is 52.00 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −10.6% in 2020.
Among the 36 countries in this dataset, Netherlands ranks 30 for 2023, behind China (12,604 Million Tonnes) and U.S. (5,130 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 0.4% 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 Trough | 156.5 | −5.2% |
| 2022 | 165 | −6.8% |
| 2021 | 177 | +2.1% |
| 2020 | 173.3 | −10.6% |
| 2019 | 193.9 | −2.4% |
| 2018 | 198.6 | −3% |
| 2017 | 204.8 | −1.8% |
| 2016Peak | 208.5 | +0.2% |
| 2015 | 208.1 | — |
Regional context
Energy & Process GHG Emissions by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Netherlands 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 output, and energy-sector development.
The Netherlands recorded 208.10 million tonnes of energy and process greenhouse gas emissions in 2015, rising marginally to 208.50 million tonnes in 2016 before declining to 204.80 million tonnes in 2017. Emissions continued to decrease to 198.60 million tonnes in 2018 and 193.90 million tonnes in 2019. A significant decline occurred in 2020, when emissions dropped to 173.30 million tonnes due to reduced industrial activity and lower energy consumption. Emissions recovered slightly to 177.00 million tonnes in 2021 before falling to 165.00 million tonnes in 2022. In 2023, emissions declined further to 156.50 million tonnes, the lowest level recorded during the review period.
Overall, the dataset demonstrates a sustained downward trend in greenhouse gas emissions, with only limited recovery following the pandemic-related decline. The long-term pattern reflects improvements in energy efficiency, cleaner energy adoption, and ongoing efforts to reduce industrial emissions.
The dataset is valuable for assessing greenhouse gas performance, monitoring industrial and energy-sector emissions, and evaluating national climate policies. It also supports sustainability assessments, comparative regional analysis, long-term environmental planning, and emission forecasting. Researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders can use the data to evaluate decarbonization progress, monitor emission reduction strategies, and better understand long-term greenhouse gas trends across the Netherlands.
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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.
Netherlands Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 5.2% on 2022.
Netherlands Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 208.1 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−24.8%), an average of −3.5% a year. The series high was 208.5 Million Tonnes in 2016 and the low 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023.
The highest value was 208.5 Million Tonnes in 2016 and the lowest was 156.5 Million Tonnes in 2023.
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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