The average American produces 16 tons of CO₂ per year — one of the highest per-capita in the world. Calculate yours here.
Transportation accounts for 29% of US emissions. A single transatlantic flight produces ~0.6 tons of CO₂.
Diet has a huge impact: beef produces 27 kg CO₂ per kg, compared to chicken (6.9 kg) and vegetables (< 2 kg).
Global average is 4 tons/year. US average is 16 tons. Paris Agreement target is under 2 tons by 2050.