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Carbon Footprint of Miami
Florida, United States · Pop. 442,000 · 2022 data
12.5tonnes CO₂eper capita
-19% vs United States avg (15.5t)5.5 Mt total
Based on 2022 data from City of Miami Climate Action Plan / Miami Forever. Figures represent scope 1 and 2 emissions. Use our calculators for personal estimates.
Key Takeaway
Miami's year-round cooling demand and Florida's gas-heavy grid drive high building emissions, while sea-level rise makes climate action existentially urgent.
430
gCO₂/kWh grid
8%
Renewable electricity
2050
Target: −100%
442K
Population
Emission Breakdown by Sector
How Miami's emissions are distributed across key sectors.
38%
32%
14%
10%
Transport38%
~2.1Mt CO₂e
Buildings32%
~1.8Mt CO₂e
Industry14%
~0.8Mt CO₂e
Waste10%
~0.6Mt CO₂e
Other6%
~0.3Mt CO₂e
Miami vs United States National Average
Miami
12.5t
per capita
United States avg
15.5t
per capita
Miami's per-capita emissions are 19% below the United States national average of 15.5 tonnes. Key factors include urban density and public transit.
Electricity Grid Profile
Grid Carbon Intensity
430 gCO₂/kWh
High — significant fossil fuel dependence
Renewable Share
8%
Climate Target
Target Year
2050
Reduction Goal
100%
Miami aims to cut emissions by 100% by 2050, one of the most ambitious targets among major cities worldwide. Achieving this will require significant shifts in transport and continued growth in renewable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carbon footprint of Miami?
Miami emits approximately 12.5 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per person per year (2022 data). The city's total emissions are around 5.5 million tonnes annually, with a population of 442,000.
How does Miami compare to the United States national average?
Miami's per-capita emissions of 12.5t are 19% below the United States national average of 15.5t per capita. This is partly due to despite high transport emissions.
What are Miami's biggest sources of emissions?
The largest emission source in Miami is transport at 38% of total emissions, followed by other sectors. Transport accounts for 38%, buildings for 32%, and industry for 14%.
What are Miami's climate targets?
Miami has set a target to reduce emissions by 100% by 2050. The city's electricity grid currently has a carbon intensity of 430 gCO2/kWh, with 8% of electricity from renewable sources.
How clean is Miami's electricity grid?
Miami's grid is relatively carbon-intensive at 430 gCO2/kWh. Only 8% of electricity comes from renewable sources, indicating significant room for decarbonisation.
Data Sources
- City of Miami Climate Action Plan / Miami Forever (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.