Transportation Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Pennsylvania
EMISSCO2VDFACBPAA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
15,421,848.75
Year-over-Year Change
-10.73%
Date Range
1/1/1980 - 1/1/2018
Summary
This trend measures the carbon dioxide emissions from distillate fuel consumption in the transportation sector for the state of Pennsylvania. It provides insights into the environmental impact of fuel usage and can inform energy and climate policies.
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 Transportation Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Pennsylvania series tracks the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere from the consumption of distillate fuels, such as diesel and heating oil, in Pennsylvania's transportation sector. This data is used by policymakers and analysts to assess the state's environmental footprint and progress towards emissions reduction goals.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration based on reported fuel sales and emissions factors.
Historical Context
This trend is relevant for understanding Pennsylvania's energy use and environmental impact, which can inform state-level transportation and climate policies.
Key Facts
- Pennsylvania is the fifth-largest emitter of transportation-related carbon dioxide in the United States.
- Distillate fuels account for over a quarter of Pennsylvania's transportation energy consumption.
- Transportation emissions in Pennsylvania have declined by 10% since 2005.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the carbon dioxide emissions from the consumption of distillate fuels, such as diesel and heating oil, in Pennsylvania's transportation sector.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into the environmental impact of Pennsylvania's transportation energy use, which is essential for informing energy and climate policies.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Energy Information Administration based on reported fuel sales and emissions factors.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers and analysts to assess Pennsylvania's environmental footprint and progress towards emissions reduction goals, which can inform state-level transportation and climate policies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a short delay, typically a few months after the end of the reporting period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Transportation Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Pennsylvania (EMISSCO2VDFACBPAA), retrieved from FRED.