Imports of low carbon technology products, Percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago: Imports of low carbon technology products, Percent of imports was 3.74 in 2024. ◆ Volatile
Imports of low carbon technology products, Percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago, 1998–2024
Source: International Monetary Fund.
Analysis
The most recent figure for imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago is 3.74, measured in 2024.
Compared with earlier readings it is up 7.9% on the previous year and up 37.6% over ten years.
Over the whole period, imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago peaked at 15.86 in 1998 and was at its lowest, 2.01, in 2012.
That places Trinidad and Tobago 82nd out of 189 countries with data for 2024, putting it in the middle of the range.
The series is highly variable year to year, so single readings are best treated with caution.
Imports of low carbon technology products, Percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago, year by year
| Year | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 15.86 | — |
| 1999 | 7.49 | -52.8% |
| 2000 | 6.21 | -17.1% |
| 2001 | 14.17 | +128.2% |
| 2002 | 9.5 | -32.9% |
| 2003 | 8.23 | -13.4% |
| 2004 | 9.64 | +17.1% |
| 2005 | 5.31 | -44.9% |
| 2006 | 3.48 | -34.4% |
| 2007 | 3.37 | -3.3% |
| 2008 | 5.74 | +70.4% |
| 2009 | 7.95 | +38.5% |
| 2010 | 3.87 | -51.3% |
| 2011 | 2.54 | -34.3% |
| 2012 | 2.01 | -21.1% |
| 2013 | 2.17 | +8.0% |
| 2014 | 2.72 | +25.3% |
| 2015 | 3.23 | +19.0% |
| 2016 | 3.72 | +15.2% |
| 2017 | 4.99 | +33.9% |
| 2018 | 8.03 | +61.1% |
| 2019 | 5.84 | -27.3% |
| 2020 | 7.05 | +20.7% |
| 2021 | 5.35 | -24.1% |
| 2022 | 4.41 | -17.5% |
| 2023 | 3.47 | -21.4% |
| 2024 | 3.74 | +7.9% |
Trinidad and Tobago compared with similar countries
- Trinidad and Tobago's 3.74 is below the median for high income countries, which is 4.48, 84% of the median. (66 countries reporting)
- Trinidad and Tobago's 3.74 is above the median for Latin America & Caribbean, which is 3.35, 1.1× the median. (32 countries reporting)
Averages by decade
| Decade | Average | Lowest | Highest | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 11.67 | 7.49 | 15.86 | 2 |
| 2000s | 7.36 | 3.37 | 14.17 | 10 |
| 2010s | 3.91 | 2.01 | 8.03 | 10 |
| 2020s | 4.8 | 3.47 | 7.05 | 5 |
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- Imports of low carbon technology products, Percent of GDP 1.47 (2024)
- Imports of low carbon technology products, US dollar (World), per 275.88 units per person (2024)
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Frequently asked questions
- What is imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago?
- Imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports in Trinidad and Tobago was 3.74 in 2024, according to International Monetary Fund.
- What is the highest imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports recorded in Trinidad and Tobago?
- The highest recorded value was 15.86 in 1998.
- What is the lowest imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports recorded in Trinidad and Tobago?
- The lowest recorded value was 2.01 in 2012.
- How does Trinidad and Tobago rank for imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports?
- Trinidad and Tobago ranks 82nd out of 189 countries with data for 2024.
- Is imports of low carbon technology products, percent of imports rising or falling in Trinidad and Tobago?
- Over the last ten years it is up 37.6%. The long-run trend across the full record is volatile.
- Where does this Trinidad and Tobago data come from?
- The figures come from International Monetary Fund, published as part of Imports of low carbon technology products, Percent of imports (World). Statizoid updates them automatically from the source API.
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About this data
This dataset provides information on the bilateral trade flows of low-carbon technology products, as well as country and world aggregates . Low carbon technology products produce less pollution than their traditional energy counterparts, and will play a vital role in the transition to a low carbon economy. Low carbon technologies include mechanics like wind turbines, solar panels, biomass systems and carbon capture equipment.