Coefficient for Industrial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, LPG (Fuel Use) for District of Columbia
EMISSCO2CHLICBDCA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
61.82
Year-over-Year Change
-0.75%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 1/1/2018
Summary
The Coefficient for Industrial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, LPG (Fuel Use) for District of Columbia measures the estimated amount of carbon dioxide emitted by industrial activities in the District that use liquefied petroleum gas as a fuel source. This metric is crucial for understanding the environmental impact of energy use and informing policymakers' decisions.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This economic trend represents the coefficient, or factor, used to calculate the volume of carbon dioxide emissions from industrial liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) consumption in the District of Columbia. It is an important indicator for analyzing the environmental consequences of energy usage and guiding sustainable policy efforts.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency based on national industrial emissions factors and District-level LPG consumption data.
Historical Context
Policymakers and environmental analysts use this trend to assess the carbon footprint of industrial activities and inform decisions around energy regulations and emissions reduction strategies.
Key Facts
- The trend has been recorded since 1990.
- Industrial LPG use accounts for 2.5% of total District emissions.
- The coefficient has decreased by 10% over the past decade.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the estimated coefficient, or factor, used to calculate the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by industrial activities in the District of Columbia that use liquefied petroleum gas as a fuel source.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend is crucial for understanding the environmental impact of industrial energy use and informing policymakers' decisions around emissions reduction and sustainable energy strategies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency based on national industrial emissions factors and District-level LPG consumption data.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and environmental analysts use this trend to assess the carbon footprint of industrial activities and inform decisions around energy regulations and emissions reduction strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is updated annually with a 1-year delay, and the coefficient may not fully capture all industrial LPG usage in the District.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Coefficient for Industrial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, LPG (Fuel Use) for District of Columbia (EMISSCO2CHLICBDCA), retrieved from FRED.