SDG 7 · Indicator
CO2 Intensity of Electricity
mtCO2/TWh
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SDG achieved
Challenges remain
Significant challenges remain
Major challenges remain
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Description
Carbon intensity of the electricity supply, converted to million metric tons of CO2 per terrawatt hour for international comparison. Carbon intensity is defined as the amount of carbon emitted per unit of energy consumed.
Long-Term Objective
Best value set according to scientific standard (Deep Decarbonization Pathways Project Target)
The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of 0.05.
Reference
U.S. Energy Information Administration