Belarus
Country in Europe
In brief
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 5.9 (2024). World rank 161 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 25 of 40. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 9.6 (2024). World rank 171 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 33 of 40. Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn: 4.7% (2022). World rank 53 of 178 (1 = best); in Europe, 11 of 39. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 8.8% → 9.2%.