Malaysia
Country in Asia
In brief
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 8.3 (2024). World rank 178 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 35 of 48. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 9.3 (2024). World rank 169 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 34 of 48. Forest cover: 57.7% (2024). World rank 37 of 213; in Asia, 7 of 47. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 8.9% → 8.4%. Better than all its neighbours (Brunei, Indonesia, and Thailand): water stress.