Brazil

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Brazil Methane Emissions Summary

The table and charts provides estimate for projected methane emissions within the industry sectors targeted by GMI (biogas, coal mines, and oil & gas) from 2020-2050. Data are presented in million metric tonnes carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO₂e).

Sector	2020	2035	2050
Biogas	77.183	83.465	85.342
Coal Mines	1.437	1.677	2.156
Oil & Gas	4.901	7.118	8.202
Other (Non-GMI)	318.314	312.78	292.042

Source: Global Non-CO₂ Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, U.S. EPA

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