Total Biocapacity By Country December 2022

Biocapacity measures the ecological resources available within a country per capita, reflecting its ability to regenerate renewable resources. This analysis ranks countries worldwide by their biocapacity index, showcasing their ecological resource availability and sustainability potential.

Top Countries by Biocapacity Index

The countries with the highest biocapacity indices demonstrate an abundance of renewable ecological resources:

- 1. Suriname: 80.4
- 2. Guyana: 72.7
- 3. Gabon: 18.9
- 4. Canada: 14.7
- 5. Bolivia: 14.2

Key Insights into Biocapacity Rankings

The rankings reveal key insights into global ecological resources:

- High-ranking countries: Nations like Suriname, Guyana, and Gabon have extensive forests and low population density, contributing to their high biocapacity.
- Developed nations: Countries such as Canada and Australia feature prominently due to their large land areas and abundant natural resources.
- Resource-limited regions: Densely populated countries like Singapore and Palestine rank low, highlighting limited ecological resources per capita.

Why Does Biocapacity Matter?

Biocapacity is crucial for understanding a nation's sustainability and ecological footprint:

- Renewable Resource Management: Higher biocapacity indicates better resource regeneration and sustainability potential.
- Environmental Policy Implications: Nations with low biocapacity need to focus on resource conservation and sustainable practices.

Frequently Asked Questions About Biocapacity

Q: What is biocapacity?
A: Biocapacity measures the biological resources available in a region to regenerate renewable resources and absorb waste.

Q: Which country has the highest biocapacity index?
A: Suriname leads the world with a biocapacity index of 80.4.

Q: Why do some countries have low biocapacity?
A: Low biocapacity is often due to high population density, limited natural resources, or overuse of ecological assets.

Insights into Global Biocapacity Trends

The global distribution of biocapacity highlights disparities in ecological resources, with countries like Suriname and Guyana showcasing abundance, while regions with high population densities face resource challenges. These insights underscore the need for sustainable management and equitable resource distribution worldwide.

Total Biocapacity By Country December 2022 (Index, December 2022)

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Rank	Country	Index
1	Suriname	80.4
2	Guyana	72.7
3	Gabon	18.9
4	Canada	14.7
5	Bolivia	14.2
6	Mongolia	14.1
7	Finland	12.1
8	Australia	11.5
9	Paraguay	10.1
10	Uruguay	9.3
10	Estonia	9.3
11	Bahamas	9.2
12	Sweden	9
13	Republic of the Congo	8.8
13	New Zealand	8.8
14	Brazil	8.6
15	Latvia	8.2
16	Central African Republic	7.5
17	Norway	6.9
18	Russia	6.7
19	Namibia	6.3
20	Argentina	6.2
21	Bhutan	5
22	Lithuania	4.7
23	Mauritania	3.9
24	Solomon Islands	3.6
24	Peru	3.6
24	Kazakhstan	3.6
24	Denmark	3.6
25	Belize	3.5
26	United States	3.4
26	Colombia	3.4
26	Equatorial Guinea	3.4
26	Papua New Guinea	3.4
27	Chile	3.3
27	Bulgaria	3.3
27	Botswana	3.3
28	Romania	3.2
29	Ireland	3.1
30	Liberia	3
31	Belarus	2.9
32	Venezuela	2.8
32	Croatia	2.8
32	Slovakia	2.8
33	Guinea-Bissau	2.7
33	Austria	2.7
33	Brunei	2.7
33	Ukraine	2.7
34	Hungary	2.6
35	Montenegro	2.5
35	Panama	2.5
36	France	2.4
37	Turkmenistan	2.3
37	Czech Republic	2.3
37	Fiji	2.3
37	Eritrea	2.3
38	Nicaragua	2.2
38	Slovenia	2.2
38	DR Congo	2.2
38	Madagascar	2.2
38	Malaysia	2.2
39	Guinea	2.1
39	Grenada	2.1
40	Bosnia and Herzegovina	2
41	Ecuador	1.9
41	Poland	1.9
41	Myanmar	1.9
41	Mali	1.9
42	Ivory Coast	1.8
42	Zambia	1.8
42	Angola	1.8
43	Honduras	1.7
43	Chad	1.7
43	Laos	1.7
43	Samoa	1.7
43	Serbia	1.7
43	South Sudan	1.7
43	Timor-Leste	1.7
44	Cameroon	1.6
44	Mozambique	1.6
45	Trinidad and Tobago	1.5
45	Costa Rica	1.5
45	Germany	1.5
45	North Macedonia	1.5
45	Spain	1.5
46	Oman	1.4
46	Sudan	1.4
47	Portugal	1.3
47	Turkey	1.3
47	Ghana	1.3
47	Georgia	1.3
47	Niger	1.3
47	Thailand	1.3
48	Greece	1.2
48	Moldova	1.2
48	Mexico	1.2
48	Luxembourg	1.2
48	Kyrgyzstan	1.2
48	Indonesia	1.2
48	Cambodia	1.2
49	Dominica	1.1
49	Tonga	1.1
49	Senegal	1.1
50	Albania	1
50	Eswatini	1
50	Guatemala	1
50	Sierra Leone	1
50	South Africa	1
50	Switzerland	1
50	Tanzania	1
50	United Kingdom	1
50	Burkina Faso	1
51	Benin	0.9
51	China	0.9
51	Qatar	0.9
51	Vietnam	0.9
51	Antigua and Barbuda	0.9
52	Italy	0.8
52	Azerbaijan	0.8
52	Belgium	0.8
52	Cuba	0.8
52	Lesotho	0.8
52	Morocco	0.8
52	Netherlands	0.8
52	Sao Tome and Principe	0.8
52	Somalia	0.8
53	Tunisia	0.7
53	Uzbekistan	0.7
53	Nigeria	0.7
53	Mauritius	0.7
53	Dominican Republic	0.7
53	Iran	0.7
53	Djibouti	0.7
53	Malawi	0.7
54	El Salvador	0.6
54	Zimbabwe	0.6
54	Japan	0.6
54	Ethiopia	0.6
54	South Korea	0.6
54	North Korea	0.6
54	Libya	0.6
54	Nepal	0.6
54	Algeria	0.6
54	Armenia	0.6
54	Togo	0.6
55	Kenya	0.5
55	Uganda	0.5
55	United Arab Emirates	0.5
55	Bahrain	0.5
55	Burundi	0.5
55	Gambia	0.5
55	Kuwait	0.5
55	Malta	0.5
55	Philippines	0.5
55	Sri Lanka	0.5
55	Syria	0.5
55	Tajikistan	0.5
56	Comoros	0.4
56	Egypt	0.4
56	India	0.4
56	Yemen	0.4
56	Saudi Arabia	0.4
56	Rwanda	0.4
56	Jamaica	0.4
56	Bangladesh	0.4
57	Lebanon	0.3
57	Pakistan	0.3
57	Saint Lucia	0.3
57	Afghanistan	0.3
58	Jordan	0.2
58	Israel	0.2
58	Barbados	0.2
58	Cyprus	0.2
58	Haiti	0.2
58	Iraq	0.2
59	Palestine	0.1
59	Singapore	0.1