Luxembourg carbon profile

Luxembourg emits roughly 8.0 Mt of CO₂ per year — about 0.02% of global emissions, ranking #104 worldwide. At 12.1 tonnes per person (#13 per capita), its footprint is well above the global average of ~4.7 t.

Emissions have declined steadily over the past five years (-15%) and fallen sharply over the decade (-25%). The sustained downward trajectory suggests structural decarbonization rather than a one-off dip.

Renewables supply about 15% of electricity. Electricity remains dominated by fossil fuels, making the power sector the biggest decarbonization lever.

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