Estonia ranks among the top countries in the world in terms of sustainable development indicators that consider harmonious development of social, economic, and environmental areas.

There are several fields in which Estonia’s position is good in comparison with other countries – quality and accessible education, fast and accessible services thanks to the availability of e-solutions as well as effective healthcare organization as a few examples.

Estonia has a unique energy mix – the energy supply is dominated by domestically produced oil shale. This gives the country a high degree of energy independence but also a high carbon intensity. In early 2021, the Estonian government has announced plans to reach carbon neutrality by 2050 and to stop producing shale oil in 2035.

The World Health Organization has ranked Estonia’s air as some of the cleanest air in the world, along with countries like Finland and Iceland. The appreciation for nature makes the country one of the most sustainable in the world.