Switzerland carbon profile

Switzerland emits roughly 32 Mt of CO₂ per year — about 0.09% of global emissions, ranking #69 worldwide. At 3.6 tonnes per person (#64 per capita), its footprint is below the global average of ~4.7 t.

Emissions have declined steadily over the past five years (-13%) and declined steadily over the decade (-18%). The sustained downward trajectory suggests structural decarbonization rather than a one-off dip.

Renewables supply about 68% of electricity. The energy transition is well underway, but fossil generation still sets the emissions baseline.

If the current pace holds, Switzerland could cut another ~13% by 2030. Maintaining clean growth while industrializing is the key challenge.