Vienna has reported a significant decrease in carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, achieving a nearly six percent reduction compared to 2024. According to the recent Nowcast released by Jürgen Czernohorszky, the city’s Councilor for the Environment, this reduction stands at 5.8 percent, which is notably higher than the national average of 2.6 percent.
Overview of CO2 Emissions Reduction
This positive trend encompasses all sectors in Vienna, except for agriculture. Key findings highlight the following emissions reductions:
- Transportation: Emissions decreased by 2.6 percent, marking the most substantial decline in greenhouse gas output.
- Energy Sector: A remarkable reduction of 14.3 percent is attributed to decreased emissions from gas power plants operated by Wien Energie.
- Buildings: CO2 emissions saw a decline of 3 percent.
- Industry: There was a modest reduction of 0.8 percent.
- Waste Management: Emissions fell by 1.0 percent.
- Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases: These emissions decreased by 5.4 percent.
Agricultural Sector Impact
In contrast to the positive trends in other sectors, agriculture in Vienna saw a one percent increase in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the previous year. This stark difference highlights the unique challenges facing the agricultural industry in the context of environmental sustainability.
Conclusion
The city’s efforts to reduce CO2 emissions reflect a strong commitment to combating climate change. With a concerted focus on various sectors, Vienna aims to maintain and further improve its environmental performance in the coming years.
