5 Countries with the Cleanest Air in the World

4. New Zealand

AQI: 4.8

New Zealand focuses heavily on generating electricity using renewable sources. In 2022, 82% of the country’s electricity was derived from renewable sources, mainly hydropower and geothermal power. Solar power has recently become incredibly popular in New Zealand, primarily due to its affordability. Furthermore, the country is rich in biomass reserves, pointing towards an incredible upside for the renewable energy sector in 2024.