Transportation Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Hawaii

EMISSCO2VDFACBHIA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

1,099,005.60

Year-over-Year Change

-23.55%

Date Range

1/1/1980 - 1/1/2018

Summary

This economic trend measures carbon dioxide emissions from the use of distillate fuel oil for transportation in Hawaii. It is an important indicator of the environmental impact and energy consumption of the state's transportation sector.

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 Transportation Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Hawaii series tracks the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere from the combustion of distillate fuel, such as diesel and heating oil, used for transportation purposes in the state of Hawaii. This data point helps analysts and policymakers understand the environmental footprint of Hawaii's transportation activities.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Historical Context

This trend is used to inform energy and environmental policies, as well as transportation infrastructure planning.

Key Facts

  • Hawaii is highly dependent on imported fossil fuels for transportation.
  • Reducing transportation emissions is a key environmental goal for the state.
  • Distillate fuel accounts for a significant portion of Hawaii's total transportation energy use.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the amount of carbon dioxide emissions from the use of distillate fuel, such as diesel and heating oil, for transportation purposes in the state of Hawaii.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This trend is important for understanding the environmental impact and energy consumption of Hawaii's transportation sector, which is critical information for policymakers and transportation planners.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend is used to inform energy and environmental policies, as well as transportation infrastructure planning, in Hawaii.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published regularly by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, but there may be some delays in reporting or limitations in the geographic or sectoral coverage.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Transportation Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Hawaii (EMISSCO2VDFACBHIA), retrieved from FRED.