Malawi
Country in Africa
In brief
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 0.2 (2024). World rank 24 of 203 (1 = best); in Africa, 15 of 53. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 0.9 (2024). World rank 18 of 203 (1 = best); in Africa, 6 of 53. Protected areas: 23.1% (2025). World rank 49 of 213 (1 = best); in Africa, 12 of 54. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 16.9% → 23.1%. Better than all its neighbours (Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia): CO₂ emissions and all greenhouse gases. Worse than all its neighbours (Mozambique, Tanzania, and Zambia): water stress.