15+ Cleanest Countries In The World: Know Where India Stands

By Ridam Sharma
Wed, 09 Apr 2025 06:26 PM (IST)

Source:JND

Cleanest Countries In The World: The cleanliness of a country has become a worldwide concern in the past few decades, as it affects the healthcare, economic and social development of the country. One of the ways to measure a country’s cleanliness rate is through the Environmental Performance Index (EPI), which highlights how well countries perform in terms of their environmental policies and sustainability initiatives. Here’s a list of more than 15 cleanest countries in the world and where India is, as per the Data Pandas report.

What is the cleanest country in the world?

The world's cleanest countries list highlights many European nations with strict environmental policies and sustainable cultures. Denmark is the cleanest country in the world, with an EPI of 77.9. The major reason for countries' success in the cleanliness report lies in their sustainable waste management system and green culture. The next on the list are the United Kingdom and Finland, with EPI of 77.7 and 76.5, respectively. These nations lead in all areas, from air quality and water cleanliness to waste disposal. The list also includes Malta and Sweden, which are making significant contributions and rising as two of the world’s cleanest countries.

List of 15+ Cleanest Countries In The World And Their EPI:

Rank	Country	EPI Score
1	Denmark	77.9
2	United Kingdom	77.7
3	Finland	76.5
4	Malta	75.2
5	Sweden	72.7
6	Luxembourg	72.3
7	Slovenia	67.3
8	Austria	66.5
9	Switzerland	65.9
10	Iceland	62.8
11	Netherlands	62.6
12	France	62.5
13	Germany	62.4
14	Estonia	61.4
15	Latvia	61.1

Where Does India Rank On The List Of Cleanest Countries In The World?

India is not placed among the top 15 cleanest countries of the world. The country of billions stands at 180th rank with a recorded EPI of approximately 18.9. Nevertheless, the country is making significant efforts to enhance environmental cleanliness through programs like Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, which targets sanitation and waste management. The country is also focusing on steps regarding renewable energy and environmental education.