What it is
An interactive platform from the Global Carbon Project that visualizes anthropogenic CO2 emissions, natural carbon sinks, and carbon fluxes at country and regional levels. It offers three modes (outreach, emissions, research) designed for different audiences, from public communication to academic analysis.
Why we picked this
This is the most intuitive tool for understanding the global carbon cycle visually. The map-based interface answers the fundamental question 'where is carbon going?' in a way that tables and charts cannot. Essential for educators, presenters, and anyone communicating about emissions.
Key takeaways
- The platform visualizes both emissions sources and natural sinks, showing the full carbon cycle rather than just the human contribution.
- Three modes (outreach, emissions, research) serve different audiences, from journalists needing quick visuals to scientists needing downloadable datasets.
- Data is sourced from the Global Carbon Project, whose annual carbon budget is the most cited emissions dataset in climate science.