Belgium
Country in Europe
In brief
Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³: 8.5 (2023). World rank 35 of 200 (1 = best); in Europe, 11 of 43. CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 7.3 (2024). World rank 173 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 34 of 40. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 9.1 (2024). World rank 167 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 30 of 40. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 24.2% → 18.6%. Worse than all its neighbours (France, Germany, Luxembourg, and Netherlands): protected areas and water stress.