Kazakhstan

Country in Asia

In brief

CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 12.6 (2024). World rank 188 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 41 of 48. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 16 (2024). World rank 187 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 40 of 48. Forest cover: 1.3% (2024). World rank 193 of 213; in Asia, 41 of 47. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 3.2% → 11.8%.

Air and emissions

Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³: 19.6 2023
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 12.6 2024
All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 16 2024

Nature and water

Forest cover: 1.3% 2024
Protected areas: 11.8% 2025
Renewable fresh water, m³ per person: 3,212 2022
Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn: 34.6% 2022