Iceland in the Lead

• 🌿 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.

  Energy & Mining

• ⚡ 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.

  Energy & Mining Climate Change Infrastructure

• 🌿 Low Agricultural CO2 Emissions

  Iceland's agricultural sector emitted just 0.0008 Mt of CO2 in 2023, highlighting its commitment to sustainable farming practices.

  Environment

• 👩‍🎓 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.

  Social Protection & Labor

• 🛡️ 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.

  Education

• 🤝 Significant Net ODA Contributions

  In 2022, Iceland provided $94.38 million in net ODA, demonstrating its commitment to global aid.

  Millenium development goals

• 💧 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.

  Infrastructure Environment

• 💳 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.

  Financial Sector

• 🎓 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.

  Education Gender

• 💧 Minimal Agricultural Water Usage

  In 2021, only 0.11% of Iceland's total freshwater withdrawals were used for agriculture, showcasing efficient water management practices.

  Agriculture & Rural Development Infrastructure Environment

• 🌲 Negligible Forest Depletion

  In 2021, Iceland's net forest depletion was valued at just $27,386, reflecting strong conservation efforts.

  Economy & Growth Environment

• 🌍 Minimal Natural Resource Depletion

  In 2021, Iceland's natural resources depletion was a mere 0.0001% of GNI, indicating sustainable resource management.

  Economy & Growth Energy & Mining

• 👶 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.

  Health

• 📚 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.

  Education Gender

• 📚 Low Pupil-Teacher Ratio in Preprimary Education

  With a pupil-teacher ratio of 4.77 in 2015, Iceland ensures personalized attention in early education.

  Education

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