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Carbon Footprint of Paris
Ile-de-France, European Union · Pop. 2.2 million · 2022 data
4.5tonnes CO₂eper capita
-34% vs European Union avg (6.8t)9.7 Mt total
Based on 2022 data from Paris Climate Action Plan / APUR. Figures represent scope 1 and 2 emissions. Use our calculators for personal estimates.
Key Takeaway
France's nuclear-heavy grid gives Paris very low-carbon electricity, making transport and heating the primary emission sources.
55
gCO₂/kWh grid
25%
Renewable electricity
2050
Target: −80%
2.2M
Population
Emission Breakdown by Sector
How Paris's emissions are distributed across key sectors.
25%
38%
18%
12%
Transport25%
~2.4Mt CO₂e
Buildings38%
~3.7Mt CO₂e
Industry18%
~1.7Mt CO₂e
Waste12%
~1.2Mt CO₂e
Other7%
~0.7Mt CO₂e
Paris vs European Union National Average
Paris
4.5t
per capita
European Union avg
6.8t
per capita
Paris's per-capita emissions are 34% below the European Union national average of 6.8 tonnes. Key factors include urban density and public transit.
Electricity Grid Profile
Grid Carbon Intensity
55 gCO₂/kWh
Very clean — among the lowest globally
Renewable Share
25%
Climate Target
Target Year
2050
Reduction Goal
80%
Paris aims to cut emissions by 80% by 2050, one of the most ambitious targets among major cities worldwide. Achieving this will require significant shifts in buildings and continued growth in renewable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carbon footprint of Paris?
Paris emits approximately 4.5 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per person per year (2022 data). The city's total emissions are around 9.7 million tonnes annually, with a population of 2.2 million.
How does Paris compare to the European Union national average?
Paris's per-capita emissions of 4.5t are 34% below the European Union national average of 6.8t per capita. This is partly due to factors like public transit, density, and cleaner energy.
What are Paris's biggest sources of emissions?
The largest emission source in Paris is buildings at 38% of total emissions, followed by other sectors. Transport accounts for 25%, buildings for 38%, and industry for 18%.
What are Paris's climate targets?
Paris has set a target to reduce emissions by 80% by 2050. The city's electricity grid currently has a carbon intensity of 55 gCO2/kWh, with 25% of electricity from renewable sources.
How clean is Paris's electricity grid?
Paris has a very clean electricity grid at 55 gCO2/kWh, with 25% renewable energy. This is among the cleanest urban grids globally.
Data Sources
- Paris Climate Action Plan / APUR (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.
