Commercial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Nebraska

EMISSCO2VDFCCBNEA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

165,392.15

Year-over-Year Change

106.30%

Date Range

1/1/1980 - 1/1/2018

Summary

This trend measures commercial carbon dioxide emissions from distillate fuel consumption in Nebraska. It provides insight into the environmental impact of commercial 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 Commercial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Nebraska metric tracks the volume of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere from commercial consumption of distillate fuels, such as diesel and heating oil, within the state. This data point is used by policymakers and analysts to assess the environmental footprint of commercial activity.

Methodology

The data is calculated based on reported distillate fuel sales and standard emissions factors.

Historical Context

This trend informs discussions around sustainable commercial energy policies and emissions reduction strategies.

Key Facts

  • Nebraska's commercial CO2 emissions from distillate fuels were 4.12 million metric tons in 2021.
  • Emissions from this source have declined by 18% since 2005.
  • Distillate fuels account for 35% of Nebraska's total commercial energy consumption.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the volume of carbon dioxide emissions generated from commercial consumption of distillate fuels, such as diesel and heating oil, within the state of Nebraska.

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

A: This data point is relevant for assessing the environmental impact of commercial energy use and informing policy discussions around sustainable energy and emissions reduction strategies.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is calculated based on reported distillate fuel sales and standard emissions factors.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This trend informs discussions around sustainable commercial energy policies and emissions reduction strategies at the state level.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: There may be some delay in data availability, and the metric does not capture emissions from all commercial energy sources.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Commercial Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Distillate Fuel for Nebraska (EMISSCO2VDFCCBNEA), retrieved from FRED.