China

Joined GMI in 2004

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China 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	186.685	183.012	169.95
Coal Mines	660.421	595.856	511.473
Oil & Gas	27.014	36.874	51.366
Other (Non-GMI)	616.124	723.123	843.398

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

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