Argentina Carbon Footprint
Argentina emits 193 million tonnes of CO₂ per year — equivalent to 4.2 tonnes per person, 7.5% below the global average of 4.54 tonnes.
Per-capita emissions comparison
Overview: Argentina's emissions profile
Argentina is a South America nation with a population of approximately 46 million. Its total annual CO₂ output of 193 million tonnes represents 0.5% of global emissions. On a per-capita basis, each person in Argentina is responsible for 4.2 tonnes of CO₂ per year — compared to the world average of 4.54 tonnes and the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C pathway target of 2.3 tonnes.
Renewable energy in Argentina
Source: IEA 2023. Global average: ~30%.
Argentina currently generates 35% of electricity from renewables — below the global average of around 30%. Expanding renewable capacity is one of the highest-leverage actions available for reducing national emissions.
Net zero target and climate commitments
Argentina has committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This aligns with the Paris Agreement's goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
The Paris Agreement (2015) requires countries to submit Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) — national plans for emissions reduction. Progress against these targets is tracked by the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Carbon intensity of the economy
Argentina's economy generates 0.32 kg of CO₂ per dollar of GDP — a measure of how carbon-efficient its economic output is. This is broadly average for an upper-middle or high-income economy.
How does Argentina compare?
With 4.2 tonnes CO₂ per person, Argentina is 7.5% below the world average of 4.54 tonnes. To meet the Paris Agreement's 1.5°C pathway, per-capita emissions globally need to fall to around 2.3 tonnes by 2030 — meaning Argentina needs to reduce per-capita emissions by 83% from today's levels.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Argentina's carbon footprint per person?
Argentina's carbon footprint is approximately 4.2 tonnes of CO₂ per person per year. The global average is 4.54 tonnes. Argentina is 7.5% below the world average.
What are Argentina's total CO₂ emissions?
Argentina emits approximately 193 million tonnes of CO₂ per year (IEA 2023 data). This accounts for 0.5% of global annual CO₂ emissions.
Does Argentina have a net zero target?
Yes — Argentina has committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050.
What share of Argentina's energy comes from renewables?
Approximately 35% of Argentina's electricity generation comes from renewable sources (IEA 2023). This is around the global average.