Global Gas Flaring Increases for Third Consecutive Year

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Published: 2026-06-23
Category: world
Source: World Bank
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Global gas flaring reached 167 billion cubic meters in 2025, marking a third consecutive annual increase and representing an estimated $54 billion in wasted gas. This persistent practice not only undermines energy security for many nations but also significantly contributes to global emissions. Nine countries are responsible for over 80% of this worldwide flaring.

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