Mexico
Country in Americas
In brief
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 3.6 (2024). World rank 123 of 203 (1 = best); in Americas, 28 of 43. Protected areas: 19.9% (2025). World rank 62 of 213 (1 = best); in Americas, 12 of 46. Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn: 45% (2022). World rank 137 of 178 (1 = best); in Americas, 33 of 35. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 6.3% → 19.9%. Worse than all its neighbours (Belize, Guatemala, and United States): water stress.