Sankey diagram
Level 2 Category
Definition
Flow diagram showing quantities moving between categories, with arrow width representing volume, illustrating transfers of energy, materials, or costs
Example Image
Adapted from Hannah Ritchie (2021), “Deforestation and Forest Loss,” published online at OurWorldinData.org. Retrieved from: 'https://archive.ourworldindata.org/20260306-181537/deforestation.html' (archived on March 6, 2026). Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Writing Alternative Text
Describe the sources, destinations, and flow sizes between them, highlighting any major pathways, splits, or patterns.
Example Alt Text
"A Sankey diagram showing carbon emissions from deforestation (2011–2014) moving from producing regions to consuming regions. Latin America (1.2 billion t CO₂), Asia Pacific (1.0 billion t), and Africa (0.4 billion t) are the main producers. Most emissions stay within the producing regions, with smaller flows to Europe, China, the Middle East, and North America."