Japan

Country in Asia

In brief

CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 7.8 (2024). World rank 176 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 33 of 48. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 8.6 (2024). World rank 161 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 32 of 48. Forest cover: 68.3% (2024). World rank 20 of 213; in Asia, 4 of 47. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 2.1% → 15.1%.

Air and emissions

Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³: 11.5 2023
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 7.8 2024
All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 8.6 2024

Nature and water

Forest cover: 68.3% 2024
Protected areas: 15.1% 2025
Renewable fresh water, m³ per person: 3,437 2022
Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn: 36.6% 2022