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 |
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Biogas | 5.63 | 6.545 | 7.11 |
Coal Mines | 0.274 | 0.235 | 0.235 |
Oil & Gas | 0.813 | 0.879 | 1.01 |
Other (Non-GMI) | 9.255 | 10.563 | 11.921 |
Source: Global Non-CO2 Greenhouse Gas Emission Projections & Mitigation Potential: 2015-2050, U.S. EPA