United Arab Emirates
Country in Asia
In brief
Air pollution PM2.5, µg/m³: 57.2 (2023). World rank 193 of 200 (1 = best); in Asia, 42 of 47. Renewable fresh water, m³ per person: 15 (2022). World rank 180 of 183; in Asia, 45 of 47. Water stress, share of fresh water withdrawn: 1,510% (2022). World rank 177 of 178 (1 = best); in Asia, 46 of 47. From 2015 to 2025: protected areas 15.9% → 16.1%. Better than all its neighbours (Oman and Saudi Arabia): CO₂ emissions. Worse than all its neighbours (Oman and Saudi Arabia): protected areas and water stress.