While the world's largest carbon producers are usually the largest economies, an analysis of per capita carbon emissions reveals a different perspective. The ranking is led by Qatar, which in 2021 will produce almost 36 tons of CO₂ per inhabitant of the country. Bahrain and Kuwait follow closely behind. Interestingly, economies heavily dependent on fossil fuel exports, such as Brunei, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Oman, feature prominently in the top 10 per capita carbon producers. Island nations such as New Caledonia, Sint Maarten and Palau also have significant emissions due to their energy needs. On the other hand, Mongolia's emissions have increased drastically in recent years, which is mainly attributed to its agricultural sector. It is essential to consider per capita figures alongside total emissions to get a comprehensive understanding of a country's carbon footprint. (Vicky Stavropoulou)