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In brief

CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 5.4 (2024). World rank 157 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 22 of 40. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 6.9 (2024). World rank 149 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 19 of 40. Renewable fresh water, m³ per person: 586 (2022). World rank 151 of 183; in Europe, 39 of 40. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 1.7% → 11.1%.

Air and emissions

Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³
16.1 2023
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person
5.4 2024
All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person
6.9 2024

Nature and water

Forest cover
18.6% 2024
Protected areas
11.1% 2025
Renewable fresh water, m³ per person
586 2022
Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn
30.5% 2022