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Carbon Footprint of Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand · Pop. 10.5 million · 2022 data
5.6tonnes CO₂eper capita
+47% vs Thailand avg (3.8t)59 Mt total
Based on 2022 data from Bangkok Metropolitan Administration / C40 Cities. Figures represent scope 1 and 2 emissions. Use our calculators for personal estimates.
Key Takeaway
Bangkok's chronic traffic congestion and gas-heavy power mix push its per-capita emissions well above the Thai average, while rapid urbanisation compounds the challenge.
480
gCO₂/kWh grid
14%
Renewable electricity
2050
Target: −40%
10.5M
Population
Emission Breakdown by Sector
How Bangkok's emissions are distributed across key sectors.
30%
32%
24%
Transport30%
~17.7Mt CO₂e
Buildings32%
~18.9Mt CO₂e
Industry24%
~14.2Mt CO₂e
Waste8%
~4.7Mt CO₂e
Other6%
~3.5Mt CO₂e
Bangkok vs Thailand National Average
Bangkok
5.6t
per capita
Thailand avg
3.8t
per capita
Bangkok's per-capita emissions exceed the Thailand national average by 47%. This is driven by buildings (32% of emissions) and a grid intensity of 480 gCO2/kWh.
Electricity Grid Profile
Grid Carbon Intensity
480 gCO₂/kWh
High — significant fossil fuel dependence
Renewable Share
14%
Climate Target
Target Year
2050
Reduction Goal
40%
Bangkok aims to cut emissions by 40% by 2050. Achieving this will require significant shifts in buildings and continued growth in renewable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carbon footprint of Bangkok?
Bangkok emits approximately 5.6 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per person per year (2022 data). The city's total emissions are around 59 million tonnes annually, with a population of 10.5 million.
How does Bangkok compare to the Thailand national average?
Bangkok's per-capita emissions of 5.6t are 47% above the Thailand national average of 3.8t per capita. Key contributors include high transport and building emissions.
What are Bangkok's biggest sources of emissions?
The largest emission source in Bangkok is buildings at 32% of total emissions, followed by other sectors. Transport accounts for 30%, buildings for 32%, and industry for 24%.
What are Bangkok's climate targets?
Bangkok has set a target to reduce emissions by 40% by 2050. The city's electricity grid currently has a carbon intensity of 480 gCO2/kWh, with 14% of electricity from renewable sources.
How clean is Bangkok's electricity grid?
Bangkok's grid is relatively carbon-intensive at 480 gCO2/kWh. Only 14% of electricity comes from renewable sources, indicating significant room for decarbonisation.
Data Sources
- Bangkok Metropolitan Administration / C40 Cities (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.
