Commercial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Natural Gas for United States
EMISSCO2TOTVCCNGA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
174.58
Year-over-Year Change
6.73%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 1/1/2017
Summary
This economic trend measures commercial carbon dioxide emissions from natural gas use in the United States. It is a key indicator for understanding the environmental impact of energy consumption and guiding policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The Commercial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Natural Gas for United States series tracks the volume of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere from the commercial sector's natural gas consumption. This metric is widely used by economists, policymakers, and environmental analysts to assess the environmental footprint of energy use and inform strategies for emissions reduction.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration based on reported commercial natural gas usage and established emissions factors.
Historical Context
This trend is closely monitored by government agencies, industry groups, and researchers to evaluate the progress of emissions mitigation efforts and inform economic and environmental policies.
Key Facts
- Commercial natural gas use accounts for 12% of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
- Emissions from this sector have declined by 18% since 2005.
- Natural gas combustion is the second-largest source of commercial carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the volume of carbon dioxide emissions from the commercial sector's natural gas consumption in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric is crucial for understanding the environmental impact of energy use and informing policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration based on reported commercial natural gas usage and established emissions factors.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is closely monitored by government agencies, industry groups, and researchers to evaluate the progress of emissions mitigation efforts and inform economic and environmental policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published regularly by the U.S. Federal Reserve with minimal delays, providing timely insights for analysts and policymakers.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Commercial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Natural Gas for United States (EMISSCO2TOTVCCNGA), retrieved from FRED.