Hungary carbon profile

Hungary emits roughly 40 Mt of CO₂ per year — about 0.11% of global emissions, ranking #60 worldwide. At 4.1 tonnes per person (#51 per capita), its footprint is below the global average of ~4.7 t.

Emissions have declined steadily over the past five years (-19%) and declined steadily over the decade (-8%). The sustained downward trajectory suggests structural decarbonization rather than a one-off dip.

Renewables supply about 35% of electricity. The energy transition is well underway, but fossil generation still sets the emissions baseline.

If the current pace holds, Hungary could cut another ~19% by 2030. Maintaining clean growth while industrializing is the key challenge.