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Carbon Footprint of Bengaluru
Karnataka, India · Pop. 13.2 million · 2022 data
2.1tonnes CO₂eper capita
+11% vs India avg (1.9t)27.7 Mt total
Based on 2022 data from C40 Cities / Karnataka State Action Plan on Climate Change. Figures represent scope 1 and 2 emissions. Use our calculators for personal estimates.
Key Takeaway
Bengaluru's IT-driven growth is increasing building and transport emissions rapidly, though its mild climate reduces cooling demand compared to other Indian cities.
680
gCO₂/kWh grid
18%
Renewable electricity
2070
Target: −45%
13.2M
Population
Emission Breakdown by Sector
How Bengaluru's emissions are distributed across key sectors.
28%
30%
24%
12%
Transport28%
~7.8Mt CO₂e
Buildings30%
~8.3Mt CO₂e
Industry24%
~6.6Mt CO₂e
Waste12%
~3.3Mt CO₂e
Other6%
~1.7Mt CO₂e
Bengaluru vs India National Average
Bengaluru
2.1t
per capita
India avg
1.9t
per capita
Bengaluru's per-capita emissions exceed the India national average by 11%. This is driven by buildings (30% of emissions) and a grid intensity of 680 gCO2/kWh.
Electricity Grid Profile
Grid Carbon Intensity
680 gCO₂/kWh
High — significant fossil fuel dependence
Renewable Share
18%
Climate Target
Target Year
2070
Reduction Goal
45%
Bengaluru aims to cut emissions by 45% by 2070. Achieving this will require significant shifts in buildings and continued growth in renewable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carbon footprint of Bengaluru?
Bengaluru emits approximately 2.1 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per person per year (2022 data). The city's total emissions are around 27.7 million tonnes annually, with a population of 13.2 million.
How does Bengaluru compare to the India national average?
Bengaluru's per-capita emissions of 2.1t are 11% above the India national average of 1.9t per capita. Key contributors include high transport and building emissions.
What are Bengaluru's biggest sources of emissions?
The largest emission source in Bengaluru is buildings at 30% of total emissions, followed by other sectors. Transport accounts for 28%, buildings for 30%, and industry for 24%.
What are Bengaluru's climate targets?
Bengaluru has set a target to reduce emissions by 45% by 2070. The city's electricity grid currently has a carbon intensity of 680 gCO2/kWh, with 18% of electricity from renewable sources.
How clean is Bengaluru's electricity grid?
Bengaluru's grid is relatively carbon-intensive at 680 gCO2/kWh. Only 18% of electricity comes from renewable sources, indicating significant room for decarbonisation.
Data Sources
- C40 Cities / Karnataka State Action Plan on Climate Change (2022)
- C40 Cities Climate Data
- Our World in Data — CO₂ Emissions
Per-capita values depend on city boundary definitions and emission scoping methodology. Figures represent scope 1 and 2 emissions unless otherwise stated.
