Denmark stands out as the cleanest nation in the world with an impressive Environmental Performance Index (EPI) score of 77.9.
Denmark
With an EPI score of 77.7, the UK is the world's second cleanest country. It received perfect scores for drinking water, sanitation, and pollution emissions.
United Kingdom
Finland secures the third spot with an EPI score of 76.5.
Finland
Despite its small size, Malta stands out with an EPI score of 75.2, ranking fourth. The country prioritises marine conservation and effective waste management.
Malta
Coming in at number five, Sweden has an EPI score of 72.7, indicating a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. The country excels at air quality and biodiversity.
Sweden
Luxembourg prioritises environmental health and sustainable practices, as evidenced by its EPI score of 72.3. The country ranked sixth.
Luxembourg
Slovenia ranked seventh with an EPI score of 67.3. The country is committed to protecting natural habitats and reducing pollution.
Slovenia
Ranking eighth, Austria's EPI score of 66.5 reflects its efforts in areas such as water quality and climate change policies.
Austria
At ninth place, Switzerland has an EPI score of 65.9.
Switzerland
Iceland rounds out the top 10 with an EPI score of 62.8. The country's pristine landscapes, renewable energy sources, and effective waste management all help to maintain a clean environment.
Iceland
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