Canada's emissions

In 1995, Canadians contributed about 500 megatonnes of carbon dioxide to the atmosphere. Canada has about 0.5% of the world's population but produces 2% of global CO₂ emissions.

(Torrie Smith Associates, 1999)

What needs to be done?

As a first step, countries participating in the Kyoto Protocol have set an average emission target of 5.2% below 1990 levels by 2010; Canada's target is 6%. A 50% to 60% reduction in present global emissions of CO₂ would be required to stabilize atmospheric CO₂ concentrations at current (2000) levels.

(Torrie Smith Associates, 1999)

Did you know?
Improving energy efficiency is the fastest, cheapest, and surest way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Did you know?
Every litre of gasoline used in a car produces almost 2.5 kilograms of CO₂.

How can you help?

• turn off light appliances, televisions, and computers when they're not needed
• walk or bike for short trips
• take the bus or car pool
• use energy-efficient lighting

Greenhouse gas emissions

(Torrie Smith Associates, 1999)

Reference

Energy Information Administration, 1998: Annual Energy Review 1997, Department of Energy, Washington, DC. (Revised by Torrie Smith Associates, 1999).