Biological treatment of solid waste
In Germany, the sub-sector Biological treatment of solid waste (part of Waste) was responsible for 1.06 Mt CO₂eq of emissions in the year 2021, which is 0.1% of total emissions in that year. Compared to 1990 (0.08 Mt CO₂eq), emissions have increased by 1,238.3%. Under existing measures, emissions are projected to reach 1.01 Mt CO₂eq by 2050.
What is part of this sector? Emissions from the biological treatment of solid waste, including composting and leaks in biogas plants.
This sub-sector accounts for 17.9% of Waste emissions in Germany.