SDG 12 · Indicator

Production-based nitrogen emissions

kg/capita


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Description

Reactive nitrogen emitted during the production of commodities, which are then either exported or consumed domestically. Reactive nitrogen corresponds to emissions of ammonia, nitrogen oxides and nitrous oxide to the atmosphere, and of reactive nitrogen potentially exportable to water bodies, all of which can be harmful to human health and the environment.

Long-Term Objective

The long-term objective for this indicator is a value of .

Reference

UNEP

Production-based nitrogen emissions