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The 10 most 'green' and sustainable countries in the world

"Being green" has become much more than the possession of a quantity of natural space; it also represents the level of awareness in the care of the environment, the pro-ecological behavior of a country or region and how well they protect their delicate ecosystems from human invasion. These are some of the factors that affect the ranking of the greenest countries in the world.

Environmental Performance Index

The 2018 Environmental Performance Index (EPI) ranks 180 countries on 24 performance indicators across ten issue categories covering environmental health and ecosystem vitality. These metrics provide a gauge at a national scale of how close countries are to established environmental policy goals. The EPI thus offers a scorecard that highlights leaders and laggards in environmental performance, gives insight on best practices, and provides guidance for countries that aspire to be leaders in sustainability.

But Ecoticias went further. They take into account not only the existence of natural spaces, but also the human development index, the statistics of per capita income, life expectancy and education, among other indicative data.

List of the 10 most 'green' and sustainable countries in the world

10 - Norway

Norway began a global strategy in 2009 to increase the sustainability and development of new industries related to aquaculture and have been very successful in their initiatives. The quality of life of the Norwegians is really different.

9 - Sweden

This country received this place in this list of "most sustainable countries in the world" due to the use of renewable energy sources and its low emissions of carbon dioxide. On the other hand, Sweden is known for its progressive social legislation, as well as for its deep commitment to environmental issues worldwide.

8 - Austria

Austria has been a leading nation in waste recycling in recent years and its rate is the highest in Europe. Germany and Belgium are also considered large recyclers, however Austria is the one that stands out in this sector.

7 - Czech Republic

This country has been developing for some time an intense enthusiasm for the protection of its natural resources. However, air quality remains compromised in large cities because of pollution.

6 - Spain

Its production of "green" energies such as wind, hydrological and solar have a very significant value. In Spanish cities in general it is normal to see large green spaces available for the enjoyment of its inhabitants.

5 - Germany

Germany is one of the leading countries in Europe in Environmental Performance (EPI), as it promotes all kinds of environmentally friendly solutions, such as green roofs, waste recycling and renewable energy.

4 - Singapore

Yes, Singapore. This Asian country has the best performance in terms of environmental care and energy management from renewable sources. However, it still has to solve the problems of sustainable fishing and water care.

3 - Australia

This country strongly defends the protection of the environment and has some of the strongest conservation policies in the world. On the other hand, Australia has recently started the application of a carbon-oriented fiscal regime, in order to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

2 - Luxembourg

Luxembourg has achieved an important goal in recent years: it has been able to reserve 17% of its territory in order to classify it as protected areas. On the other hand, the country has a long history of compliance with the criteria of sustainable development.

1 - Switzerland

It is not a surprise, this country is known worldwide as the most "green" on the planet. It has been reducing its carbon footprint in a sustained manner and in the last five years has created fifteen new regional parks. The Swiss are the most respectful people with the Environment incapable of throwing trash or dirtying their waters and their air.