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In brief

CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 3.7 (2024). World rank 126 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 9 of 40. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 5.4 (2024). World rank 123 of 203 (1 = best); in Europe, 9 of 40. Protected areas: 24.3% (2025). World rank 44 of 213 (1 = best); in Europe, 15 of 46. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 22.6% → 24.3%.

Air and emissions

Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³
16 2023
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person
3.7 2024
All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person
5.4 2024

Nature and water

Forest cover
30.2% 2024
Protected areas
24.3% 2025
Renewable fresh water, m³ per person
2,225 2022
Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn
7.6% 2022