South Korea vs Switzerland CO2 per capita

South Korea overtook Switzerland in 1992. In 1970 Switzerland stood at roughly 346% of Korea, Rep.’s CO2 per capita; today the figure is about 33%, and the pair was closest in 1991 (103%).

Frequently asked questions

When did South Korea pass Switzerland in CO2 per capita?

In 1992. South Korea’s published CO2 per capita rose above Switzerland’s that year and the lead has held since.

How do Korea, Rep. and Switzerland compare today?

South Korea is ahead: 11.36 against 3.75 — the trailing economy stands at about 33% 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:

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