Nature and mankind go hand in hand and if one gets in trouble then it becomes difficult for the other to survive, and similar is the case with the cleanliness of a country and its people. Keeping a country clean and hygienic is a very big challenge simply because of rapid Industrialization and growing pollution have made this dream almost impossible, altering nature’s beauty to a significant degree. The importance of hygiene and cleanliness has increased in the recent times, and they form essential factors to judge the discipline of the country and its people. So here is a list of top 7 most hygienic and cleanest countries in the world.
Germany
Germany is best known for its diverse economy and is highly developed. The country is very organized regarding health and sanitation. The government provides health insurance to its people. Germans are very clean and in some parts of the country Kehrwoche is introduced which means the sweeping week. It is basically about how residents of an apartment are assigned a particular week to clean the place. They are very good at garbage recycling and also apply the technique of waste separation. Protecting the environment is the country’s major policy, and no other nation has paid such artistic and loving tribute to nature than Germany.
Australia
Australia officially known as the Commonwealth of Australia is an oceanic country. The country has joined hands to introduce national policies to address climate change and to transform into a clean energy economy. It is also a very environment-friendly country with clean streets and low pollution levels. The atmosphere is very beautiful and hygienic with landscapes and natural resources. The country is also among the happiest countries in the world. Clean up Australia is the nation’s largest community-based environmental event. It demonstrates that the people are willing to do something to protect and care for their environment.
Sweden
Sweden is located in northern Europe and is a part of the Nordic group of countries. It is officially known as the Kingdom of Sweden, and the innovative waste to energy program ensures minimal environmental impact from the country’s waste. The government has introduced strict measures and rules for maintaining the cleanliness and overall health and hygiene of its citizens. Despite the progress in economic, social and political spheres, the country can preserve and protect the natural reserves and wildlife. The emission of harmful and toxic gasses is very less and regulated in this country.
Austria
Austria is a small European country and is also known as one of the most stable and richest countries. It is located at the heart of Europe and is a landlocked country. The Air Pollution Impact Act sets mandatory limit values and targets in relation to certain air pollutants. Under the Kyoto Protocol and EU agreements, Austria has undertaken to reduce its greenhouse gas emission. In 2011 the country also adopted a Climate Mitigation Act which ensures clean and green environment. The law and order agencies are doing their best to maintain hygiene and sanitation. The government is also supporting the citizens to plant more and more plants which make it an eco-friendly country.
Singapore
Singapore which is also known as the garden city is one of the fastest developing Asian countries. But despite its growth and development, the country has managed to keep its surroundings clean. The country follows strict waste management laws, and you know that you are in Singapore when people are fined or even arrested for littering the surroundings. The various posters around the whole country will instruct you what you should and what you shouldn’t do. The country has banned chewing gum and people bringing in large amounts of such substance can be punished severely.
The Czech Republic
The Czech Republic joined the global movement in 2014. Recently the country also initiated a movement called- Let’s Do it world clean-up. People are volunteering for the cleaning project, and the main aim was to tackle the illegal disposal of waste. Initiatives like these have also been taken up in the past to make the country clean. Clean water is accessible to the citizens of this country, and it also ranks above the average in health, hygiene, sanitation, education and civic management. People are less likely to suffer any respiratory diseases because of the low levels of pollution in the air.
Norway
Norway is a Scandinavian country and is considered one of the most beautiful in the world. The country is covered with forests and water bodies. It is also ranked among the cleanest, safest and most developed countries in the world. The government of Norway gives incentive to people for going green. There is a green council in the government that is on the lookout to go green. The country has extensive reserves of natural resources like petroleum, natural gas, and other minerals and still has managed to maintain the clean air.
