Social and Environmental Data

Carbon dioxide emissions in the Bahamas rose sharply starting in the mid-1960s, peaking above 40 metric tons between 1970 and 1980. After a steep decline around 1980, emissions remained low and relatively stable through the 1990s and early 2000s. In recent years, there has been a slight upward trend, though levels remain far below the historical peak.

Air Quality Index including Particulate Matter

The graph clearly illustrates the Bahamas’ air quality in 2024, contrasting two key indicators: AQI and PM2.5. The AQI bar rises prominently to 13.0, while the PM2.5 bar remains much shorter at 2.3, underscoring the relatively low level of fine particulate matter. This pattern highlights both the country’s immaculate air and the consistency between broad index measures and specific pollutant levels.

The graph traces the Bahamas’ Environmental Performance Index from 2010 to 2024, showing both resilience and volatility. An early peak in 2012 gave way to a steady decline, bottoming out in 2016 at the lowest score of the series. From that, the index recovered gradually, reaching highs in 2022 before easing slightly in 2024.  A slow increase in score is proof of a healthy environment.