Carbon Brief analysis projects fossil-fuel CO2 emissions will dip 0.4% in 2026 amid Iran conflict

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Carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuels and cement are projected to fall about 0.4% in 2026 to 38.2bn tonnes, according to a Carbon Brief analysis published November 10, 2026. The dip is attributed to reduced oil use caused by the Iran conflict.

Sources:Ars Technica Carbon Brief

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