Greenhouse Gas Emissions in EssexLocal Authorities Ranked

Essex emitted 8.8 million tonnes CO2e of greenhouse gases in 2024, 4.6 tonnes per person.

All 14 local authorities in Essex, ranked by emissions per person (co2e). Data: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (2005-2024), Open Government Licence v3.0.

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RankLocal authorityEmissions per person (CO2e)
1Uttlesford8.8 tonnes
2Epping Forest6.9 tonnes
3Brentwood5.5 tonnes
4Thurrock5.2 tonnes
5Chelmsford4.6 tonnes
6Maldon4.6 tonnes
7Braintree4.6 tonnes
8Basildon4.1 tonnes
9Harlow4.1 tonnes
10Tendring4.0 tonnes
11Colchester3.9 tonnes
12Rochford3.5 tonnes
13Castle Point3.2 tonnes
14Southend-on-Sea2.6 tonnes