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Carbon Footprint of Singapore
Singapore, Singapore · Pop. 5.5 million · 2022 data
8.9tonnes CO₂eper capita
+0% vs Singapore avg (8.9t)48.5 Mt total
Based on 2022 data from National Climate Change Secretariat Singapore. Figures represent scope 1 and 2 emissions. Use our calculators for personal estimates.
Key Takeaway
Singapore's limited land and reliance on imported natural gas for electricity make it uniquely dependent on efficiency gains and regional green energy imports.
390
gCO₂/kWh grid
5%
Renewable electricity
2050
Target: −50%
5.5M
Population
Emission Breakdown by Sector
How Singapore's emissions are distributed across key sectors.
15%
35%
38%
Transport15%
~7.3Mt CO₂e
Buildings35%
~17.0Mt CO₂e
Industry38%
~18.4Mt CO₂e
Waste6%
~2.9Mt CO₂e
Other6%
~2.9Mt CO₂e
Singapore vs Singapore National Average
Singapore
8.9t
per capita
Singapore avg
8.9t
per capita
Singapore's per-capita emissions exceed the Singapore national average by 0%. This is driven by industry (38% of emissions) and a grid intensity of 390 gCO2/kWh.
Electricity Grid Profile
Grid Carbon Intensity
390 gCO₂/kWh
High — significant fossil fuel dependence
Renewable Share
5%
Climate Target
Target Year
2050
Reduction Goal
50%
Singapore aims to cut emissions by 50% by 2050. Achieving this will require significant shifts in industry and continued growth in renewable energy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the carbon footprint of Singapore?
Singapore emits approximately 8.9 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per person per year (2022 data). The city's total emissions are around 48.5 million tonnes annually, with a population of 5.5 million.
How does Singapore compare to the Singapore national average?
Singapore's per-capita emissions of 8.9t are 0% above the Singapore national average of 8.9t per capita. Key contributors include a heavy industrial base.
What are Singapore's biggest sources of emissions?
The largest emission source in Singapore is industry at 38% of total emissions, followed by other sectors. Transport accounts for 15%, buildings for 35%, and industry for 38%.
What are Singapore's climate targets?
Singapore has set a target to reduce emissions by 50% by 2050. The city's electricity grid currently has a carbon intensity of 390 gCO2/kWh, with 5% of electricity from renewable sources.
How clean is Singapore's electricity grid?
Singapore's grid is relatively carbon-intensive at 390 gCO2/kWh. Only 5% of electricity comes from renewable sources, indicating significant room for decarbonisation.
Data Sources
- National Climate Change Secretariat Singapore (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.
