Maryland CO₂ Emissions
Maryland emitted 49 million metric tons of energy-related CO₂ in 2024, 1.0% of the US total. That ranks it 35th among the 50 states and the District of Columbia, at 7.8 metric tons per person.
Data year 2024 · Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, State Energy Data System (June 2026)
How much CO₂ does Maryland emit?
Maryland produced 49 million metric tons of carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels in 2024. The United States as a whole emitted 4.78 billion metric tons, so Maryland accounts for 1.0% of the national total.
Per person, that is 7.8 metric tons, 45% below the US average of 14.1 metric tons. On that measure Maryland ranks 50th highest of 51.
CO₂ emissions in Maryland since 1990
Energy-related emissions in Maryland have fallen by 31% since 1990, from 70 million metric tons to 49 million metric tons. Compared with 2005, the baseline year for many US climate targets and marked on the chart, they have fallen by 42%. Emissions peaked in 2005 at 85 million metric tons and are now 42% below that level.
Emissions by sector
Transportation is the largest source of energy-related CO₂ in Maryland, at about 56% of the total, followed by electric power at 18% and residential at 11%.
Emissions by fuel
Petroleum produces about 60% of the state’s energy-related CO₂, natural gas 33% and coal 7%.
How Maryland compares with other states
These are the states closest to Maryland in the 2024 ranking by total emissions. See the full ranking of all states.
| # | State | Total (Mt) | Share of US | Per person (t) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | Utah | 55.03 | 1.2% | 15.7 |
| 34 | Wyoming | 50.00 | 1.0% | 85.2 |
| 35 | Maryland | 48.77 | 1.0% | 7.8 |
| 36 | Alaska | 44.01 | 0.9% | 59.7 |
| 37 | Nebraska | 43.54 | 0.9% | 21.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How much CO₂ does Maryland emit per year?
Maryland emitted 49 million metric tons of energy-related CO₂ in 2024, which is 1.0% of the US total of 4.78 billion metric tons.
What are the CO₂ emissions per person in Maryland?
About 7.8 metric tons per person in 2024, 45% below the US average of 14.1 metric tons. That ranks 50th highest of 51.
Have emissions in Maryland fallen since 2005?
They have fallen by 42% since 2005 and fallen by 31% since 1990. Emissions peaked in 2005 at 85 million metric tons and are now 42% below that level.
What is the biggest source of CO₂ in Maryland?
Transportation is the largest sector, at about 56% of energy-related emissions, followed by electric power at 18%. By fuel, petroleum accounts for 60%.
About the data. Figures are energy-related carbon dioxide emissions: CO₂ from burning coal, natural gas and petroleum, in million metric tons. Emissions from power plants are counted in the state where the electricity is generated, not where it is used. Other greenhouse gases and non-energy sources such as agriculture are not included.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, State Energy Data System, released June 26, 2026. Latest year available: 2024.
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