Colstrip
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COLSTRIP, MT · Rosebud · NAICS 221112
Data updated May 2026
Annual Emissions History
| Year | Total CO2e (MT) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 10,967,111 |
| 2022 | 10,740,663 |
| 2021 | 10,035,340 |
| 2020 | 8,340,434 |
| 2019 | 14,277,559 |
| 2018 | 13,315,612 |
| 2017 | 13,934,589 |
| 2016 | 14,390,436 |
| 2015 | 15,972,993 |
| 2014 | 14,907,331 |
| 2013 | 13,679,348 |
| 2012 | 13,495,224 |
| 2011 | 14,096,357 |
Facility Insight: Colstrip
Colstrip (EPA GHGRP Facility ID 1001020) reported 11.0M metric tons of CO2-equivalent in 2023, operating in COLSTRIP, MT within Rosebud. The site is classified under Power Plants with NAICS code 221112.
The facility has 13 years of reported data on record, covering the 2011–2023 window. Over that period, annual CO2e emissions declined by 22.2%, with the peak observed year showing up to 16.0M MT CO2e.
Emissions Analysis
Colstrip is a major emissions source, reporting 11.0M metric tons of CO2 equivalent. Facilities of this scale typically include power plants, refineries, or large manufacturing operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much CO2 does Colstrip emit? ▼
Colstrip reported 11.0M MT CO2e in 2023.
Is Colstrip reducing emissions? ▼
Over 13 reporting years (2011–2023), Colstrip's emissions have decreased by 22.2%. This suggests meaningful progress in emissions reduction.