Germany vs South Korea CO2 per capita

South Korea overtook Germany in 2004. In 1970 Germany stood at roughly 717% of Korea, Rep.’s CO2 per capita; today the figure is about 61%, and the pair was closest in 2003 (101%).

Frequently asked questions

When did South Korea pass Germany in CO2 per capita?

In 2004. South Korea’s published CO2 per capita rose above Germany’s that year and the lead has held since.

How do Germany and Korea, Rep. compare today?

South Korea is ahead: 11.36 against 6.94 — the trailing economy stands at about 61% of the leader.

Are these CO2 per capita figures nominal or adjusted?

They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — metric tons per capita — with no interpolation or estimation for missing years.

Full series

Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations:

• Germany — CO2 per capita
• South Korea — CO2 per capita
• All countries ranked by CO2 per capita
• Interactive comparison tool