France carbon profile

France emits roughly 280 Mt of CO₂ per year — about 0.75% of global emissions, ranking #22 worldwide. At 4.1 tonnes per person (#52 per capita), its footprint is below the global average of ~4.7 t.

Emissions have declined steadily over the past five years (-15%) and fallen sharply over the decade (-22%). The sustained downward trajectory suggests structural decarbonization rather than a one-off dip.

Renewables supply about 26% of electricity. Electricity remains dominated by fossil fuels, making the power sector the biggest decarbonization lever.

If the current pace holds, France could cut another ~15% by 2030. Accelerating renewable build-out is the highest-impact opportunity.