- Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year.
Russia Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023, up 0.5% on 2022. The Energy & Process Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions dataset of Russia from 2015 to 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the country's energy- and process-related emissions, highlighting emission trends, annual levels, industrial activity, and overall environmental performance throughout the review period.
Russia Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 2,030 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+7.2%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023 and the low 2,015 Million Tonnes in 2020.
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2020) is 160.7 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −5.8% in 2020.
Among the 36 countries in this dataset, Russia ranks 4 for 2023, behind China (12,604 Million Tonnes) and U.S. (5,130 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 5.4% 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023Peak | 2,176 | +0.5% |
| 2022 | 2,166 | +3% |
| 2021 | 2,103 | +4.4% |
| 2020 Trough | 2,015 | −5.8% |
| 2019 | 2,139 | +0.1% |
| 2018 | 2,136 | +4.1% |
| 2017 | 2,053 | −0.1% |
| 2016 | 2,055 | +1.3% |
| 2015 | 2,030 | — |
Regional context
Energy & Process GHG Emissions by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Russia 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 billion tonnes, the dataset reflects emissions generated from fuel combustion, electricity and heat production, and industrial processes, serving as an important indicator of energy demand, economic activity, and environmental impact. It supports long-term analysis of emission patterns, climate policy evaluation, industrial performance, and sustainability planning across Russia's energy sector.
Russia's energy and process GHG emissions increased from 2.03 billion tonnes in 2015 to 2.06 billion tonnes in 2016, remaining nearly stable at 2.05 billion tonnes in 2017 before rising to 2.14 billion tonnes in both 2018 and 2019. Emissions declined to 2.02 billion tonnes in 2020, reflecting reduced industrial output and energy demand during the pandemic period. The country subsequently experienced a steady recovery, with emissions increasing to 2.10 billion tonnes in 2021, 2.17 billion tonnes in 2022, and reaching 2.18 billion tonnes in 2023, the highest level recorded during the review period.
Overall, the dataset indicates a generally upward emissions trajectory despite the temporary contraction in 2020. The sustained post-pandemic recovery reflects strengthening industrial production, expanding energy consumption, and renewed economic activity across major sectors. The information provides valuable insights for monitoring emission performance, evaluating climate policies, assessing industrial and energy sector developments, forecasting future greenhouse gas emissions, and supporting policymakers, researchers, investors, and industry stakeholders in developing effective decarbonization strategies, emissions reduction initiatives, and long-term sustainable energy planning.
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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.
Russia Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023, up 0.5% on 2022.
Russia Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 2,030 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+7.2%), an average of +0.9% a year. The series high was 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023 and the low 2,015 Million Tonnes in 2020.
The highest value was 2,176 Million Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 2,015 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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