- Energy & Process GHG Emissions refer to the total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions generated from energy-related activities and industrial processes within a given year.
Sweden Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 37.10 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 5.1% on 2022. The Energy & Process GHG Emissions dataset of Sweden 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.
Sweden Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 46.30 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 37.10 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−19.9%), an average of −2.7% a year. The series high was 46.50 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 37.10 Million Tonnes in 2023.
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2023) is 9.40 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −8.6% in 2018.
Among the 36 countries in this dataset, Sweden ranks 35 for 2023, behind China (12,604 Million Tonnes) and U.S. (5,130 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% 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 | 37.10 | −5.1% |
| 2022 | 39.10 | −8% |
| 2021 | 42.50 | +5.5% |
| 2020 | 40.30 | −5.4% |
| 2019 | 42.60 | +0.2% |
| 2018 | 42.50 | −8.6% |
| 2017Peak | 46.50 | +0.2% |
| 2016 | 46.40 | +0.2% |
| 2015 | 46.30 | — |
Regional context
Energy & Process GHG Emissions by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Sweden 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, serving as an important indicator of environmental sustainability and industrial performance.
Sweden recorded 46.30 million tonnes of energy and process greenhouse gas emissions in 2015, increasing marginally to 46.40 million tonnes in 2016 and 46.50 million tonnes in 2017. Emissions declined to 42.50 million tonnes in 2018 and remained nearly unchanged at 42.60 million tonnes in 2019. A further reduction occurred in 2020, when emissions fell to 40.30 million tonnes amid lower energy demand and economic activity. Emissions recovered modestly to 42.50 million tonnes in 2021 before decreasing to 39.10 million tonnes in 2022. In 2023, emissions declined further to 37.10 million tonnes, marking the lowest level across the review period.
Overall, the dataset reflects a consistent long-term decline in greenhouse gas emissions with relatively small annual fluctuations. The sustained reduction highlights continued advances in clean energy deployment, energy efficiency, and industrial emission management across the Swedish economy.
The dataset supports monitoring of greenhouse gas performance, evaluation of industrial and energy-sector emissions, and assessment of climate policy effectiveness. It is also valuable for sustainability studies, comparative regional analysis, environmental planning, and long-term emission forecasting. Researchers, policymakers, and industry participants can utilize the data to assess emission reduction progress, evaluate environmental strategies, and understand evolving greenhouse gas emission patterns across Sweden.
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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.
Sweden Energy & Process GHG Emissions was 37.10 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 5.1% on 2022.
Sweden Energy & Process GHG Emissions moved from 46.30 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 37.10 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−19.9%), an average of −2.7% a year. The series high was 46.50 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 37.10 Million Tonnes in 2023.
The highest value was 46.50 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 37.10 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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