Netherlands
Country in Europe
In brief
Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³: 8.6 (2023). World rank 36 of 200 (1 = best); in Europe, 12 of 43. CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 6.6 (2024). World rank 167 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 30 of 40. Protected areas: 29.8% (2025). World rank 29 of 213 (1 = best); in Europe, 11 of 46. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 17.9% → 29.8%. Better than all its neighbours (Belgium and Germany): CO₂ emissions, all greenhouse gases, and water stress.