Ireland carbon profile

Ireland emits roughly 33 Mt of CO₂ per year — about 0.09% of global emissions, ranking #65 worldwide. At 6.3 tonnes per person (#28 per capita), its footprint is above the global average of ~4.7 t.

Emissions have declined steadily over the past five years (-11%) and declined steadily over the decade (-10%). The sustained downward trajectory suggests structural decarbonization rather than a one-off dip.

Renewables supply about 48% of electricity. The energy transition is well underway, but fossil generation still sets the emissions baseline.

If the current pace holds, Ireland could cut another ~10% by 2030. Maintaining clean growth while industrializing is the key challenge.