South Korea
Country in Asia
In brief
CO₂ emissions, tonnes per person: 11.4 (2024). World rank 187 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 40 of 48. All greenhouse gases, tonnes CO₂e per person: 12.9 (2024). World rank 182 of 203 (1 = best); in Asia, 38 of 48. Forest cover: 64.4% (2024). World rank 23 of 213; in Asia, 5 of 47. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 2.6% → 5.9%. Better than all its neighbours (North Korea): protected areas. Worse than all its neighbours (North Korea): CO₂ emissions, all greenhouse gases, air pollution PM2.5, and water stress.