Yemen carbon profile

Yemen emits roughly 10 Mt of CO₂ per year — about 0.03% of global emissions, ranking #98 worldwide. At 0.3 tonnes per person (#108 per capita), its footprint is far below the global average of ~4.7 t.

Emissions have fallen sharply over the past five years (-40%) and fallen sharply over the decade (-55%). The sustained downward trajectory suggests structural decarbonization rather than a one-off dip.

Renewables supply about 2% of electricity. Electricity remains dominated by fossil fuels, making the power sector the biggest decarbonization lever.

If the current pace holds, Yemen could cut another ~40% by 2030. Accelerating renewable build-out is the highest-impact opportunity.