Iceland
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Iceland is ranked 16 out of 193 countries, based on 25 indicators
Iceland in the Lead 👑
Iceland is the best in the world in 15 indicators
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🌿 Leading in Renewable Energy Usage
In 2023, Iceland utilized 89.33% of its total energy from alternative and nuclear sources, showcasing its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
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⚡ Highest Electric Power Consumption Per Capita
Iceland's electric power consumption reached 50,082.75 kWh per capita in 2023, the highest globally, reflecting its robust energy infrastructure.
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🌿 Low Agricultural CO2 Emissions
Iceland's agricultural sector emitted just 0.0008 Mt of CO2 in 2023, highlighting its commitment to sustainable farming practices.
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👩🎓 High Youth Engagement in Education and Employment
In 2023, only 2.62% of Icelandic female youth were not in education, employment, or training, reflecting strong youth engagement.
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🛡️ Minimal Child Mortality
In 2023, Iceland had a probability of 0.2 per 1,000 for child mortality among ages 5-9, showcasing excellent child healthcare.
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🤝 Significant Net ODA Contributions
In 2022, Iceland provided $94.38 million in net ODA, demonstrating its commitment to global aid.
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💧 Abundant Freshwater Resources
In 2021, Iceland boasted 456,351.34 cubic meters of renewable internal freshwater resources per capita, leading the world in water availability.
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💳 Universal Financial Account Ownership
By 2021, 100% of Iceland's population, including the poorest 40%, older adults, and those with secondary education, had financial accounts, ensuring widespread financial inclusion.
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🎓 Perfect Male Persistence to Grade 5
By 2021, Iceland had a 100% persistence rate for males reaching grade 5, indicating a strong educational foundation for young boys.
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💧 Minimal Agricultural Water Usage
In 2021, only 0.11% of Iceland's total freshwater withdrawals were used for agriculture, showcasing efficient water management practices.
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🌲 Negligible Forest Depletion
In 2021, Iceland's net forest depletion was valued at just $27,386, reflecting strong conservation efforts.
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🌍 Minimal Natural Resource Depletion
In 2021, Iceland's natural resources depletion was a mere 0.0001% of GNI, indicating sustainable resource management.
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👶 Low Incidence of Low-Birthweight Babies
In 2020, only 3.99% of births in Iceland were low-birthweight, indicating good maternal and infant health care.
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📚 Top Primary School Enrollment for Girls
In 2016, Iceland achieved a 99.37% net enrollment rate for females in primary education, highlighting its commitment to gender equality in education.
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📚 Low Pupil-Teacher Ratio in Preprimary Education
With a pupil-teacher ratio of 4.77 in 2015, Iceland ensures personalized attention in early education.
