Waste collection, treatment, disposal and material recovery in the United Kingdom produced 3.7 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions in 2022. CO₂ emissions from waste management have increased considerably since 2010. In addition, emissions of other greenhouse gases like methane (CH₄) are typically higher in the waste sector.
Carbon dioxide emissions from waste collection, treatment, disposal and material recovery in the United Kingdom (UK) from 1990 to 2022
(in 1,000 metric tons)
Figures represent emissions caused by UK residents and businesses whether in the United Kingdom or abroad, but exclude emissions within the United Kingdom which can be attributed to overseas residents and businesses.
Sector and industry classification is based on the NACE code, which is the industry standard classification system for economic activities in the European Community.
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