Residential Carbon Dioxide Emissions, All Fuels for Alabama

EMISSCO2TOTVRCTOALA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

2.05

Year-over-Year Change

-18.02%

Date Range

1/1/1970 - 1/1/2021

Summary

This trend measures residential carbon dioxide emissions from all fuels in Alabama. It is an important indicator for understanding the environmental impact of household energy use in the state.

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

The Residential Carbon Dioxide Emissions, All Fuels for Alabama metric tracks the total amount of carbon dioxide released from residential energy consumption, including electricity, natural gas, and other fuels. This data helps policymakers and researchers analyze residential energy use and greenhouse gas emissions patterns.

Methodology

The data is calculated based on state-level energy consumption and emissions factors.

Historical Context

This metric is used to inform residential energy and environmental policies in Alabama.

Key Facts

  • Alabama's residential CO2 emissions were 15.7 million metric tons in 2020.
  • Residential emissions account for 21% of total CO2 output in Alabama.
  • Emissions have decreased by 8% in Alabama since 2005.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This metric tracks the total amount of carbon dioxide released from residential energy consumption in Alabama, including electricity, natural gas, and other fuels.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This data helps policymakers and researchers analyze residential energy use and greenhouse gas emissions patterns in Alabama, which is crucial for informing environmental and energy policies.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated based on state-level energy consumption and emissions factors.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This metric is used to inform residential energy and environmental policies in Alabama.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is updated regularly, but there may be some delays in reporting due to the time required for data collection and analysis.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Residential Carbon Dioxide Emissions, All Fuels for Alabama (EMISSCO2TOTVRCTOALA), retrieved from FRED.