The Energy Institute has released its 2026 Statistical Review of World Energy, marking the latest comprehensive assessment of global energy trends and carbon emissions. The annual report, produced in partnership with Ember and in collaboration with KPMG and Kearney, succeeds more than seven decades of similar analyses originally published by BP. The findings underscore North America's outsized contribution to rising global emissions, a trend that carries significant implications for energy policy and climate commitments across the region.
According to the Energy Institute's data, North America accounted for approximately half of the world's carbon dioxide emissions growth during 2025, a substantial share that reflects the region's energy consumption patterns and industrial activity. The Statistical Review provides detailed breakdowns across major energy categories including oil, natural gas, coal, renewables, and electricity generation, offering stakeholders a comprehensive view of the evolving global energy landscape. The report's findings will likely inform ongoing discussions about emissions reduction strategies and the energy transition in North America.
