Nepal
Country in Asia
In brief
Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³: 53.2 (2023). World rank 189 of 200 (1 = best); in Asia, 39 of 47. CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 0.5 (2024). World rank 44 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 4 of 48. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 1.4 (2024). World rank 34 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 5 of 48. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 23.4% → 23.6%. Better than all its neighbours (China and India): protected areas, CO₂ emissions, all greenhouse gases, and water stress.