Carbon Footprint in Yorkshire & Humber Region
Lower carbon footprint than the National average
The Yorkshire and Humber region is home to ?megawatt valley? containing the largest concentration of coal-fired power station generating capacity in the UK. It is the third highest emitter of carbon dioxide (CO2) from production of goods and services in the country - 13.37 tonnes of CO2 per capita/year.
In contrast, it is a relatively low emitter of emissions from the consumption of goods and services. Each Yorkshire and Humber resident emits 11.07 tonnes per year which is 6 per cent lower than the national average of 11.81 tonnes.
A Yorkshire and Humber resident emits less on gas and electricity consumption - 3.01 tonnes/capita compared to the national average (3.10 tonnes) and less from travel. However, they emit 2 per cent more CO2 from the consumption of food and drink (0.89 tonnes) compared to the national average (0.87 tonnes). This reflects eating habits such as eating out and the consumption of carbon intensive food (e.g. meat, convenience food).
When we examine the carbon footprint by local authority area, Harrogate and Hambleton have a slightly higher carbon footprint than the national average. This is due to higher emissions from home energy use, car use, food and other consumables (e.g. clothing, domestic appliances).
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