Renewable Energy
Thanks to its reliance on renewable energy, Iceland has one of the lowest emissions of this heat-trapping gas in Europe.
CO2
Iceland is one of the few countries in the world without this common type of slithering reptile.
Snakes
Iceland has made significant progress in social sustainability by offering this paid benefit, which is among the most generous in the world, for parents after the birth of a child.
Parental leave
Iceland is commonly known as "The Land of Fire and _____".
These geothermal pools are a major attraction in Iceland, with the Blue Lagoon being the most famous example.
Hot Springs
This is most dominant form of renewable energy in Iceland.
Hydropower
This adorable seabird, known for its colorful beak, nests in large colonies along Iceland’s cliffs.
Puffin
Adopted in 2015, this set of 17 global goals established by the United Nations aims to achieve a more sustainable, equitable, and peaceful world by 2030.
Sustainable Development Goals
Between 30 and 40% of Icelanders believe in the existence of this short, mystical creature.
Elves
Iceland is known for having very little forests, but it is famous for this geological feature, which makes up about 10% of the country’s landscape.
Glaciers
This biological process (that also happens in your gut) uses microbes to converts organic waste into methane, which can be used for electricity and fuel production.
Anaerobic Digestion
This marine animal can be found fermented in one of Iceland's most unique dishes called "hákarl."
Shark
Access to this essential service, which ensures access to clean water and healthcare, is a cornerstone of social sustainability.
Infrastructure
This group of people was the first to discover Iceland.
Vikings
Iceland is one of the few places on Earth where you can see the Northern Lights, also known by this other name, which refers to their ethereal appearance.
Aurora Borealis
Iceland's pioneering success in renewable energy development has made it a global leader. In 2014, it entered into a notable partnership with this country to explore clean energy technologies and even discussed the possibility of connecting the two nations via a subsea power cable.
United Kingdom
This is the most endangered species in Iceland.
Icelandic Arctic fox
Iceland consistently ranks as one of the best countries for this indicator of well-being, which includes life satisfaction, economic security, and social support.
Quality of life/happiness
Iceland has more of these types of stores per capita than any other country in the world, with one for nearly every 100 people, making it one of the highest rates globally.
Bookstores
Iceland’s coastline features dramatic features like these, which are formed by the interaction of ocean waves with rocky shores and volcanic formations.
Sea cliffs/coastal bluffs
Iceland uses geothermal energy not only for electricity but also for this purpose, which keeps streets in Reykjavik free of snow.
Heating roads/snow melting systems
This fluffy, friendly breed, known as Iceland's only native dog, was brought to the island by Viking settlers to aid in herding livestock.
Icelandic Sheepdog
Iceland’s strong support for community well-being includes the expansion of this type of public service, offering free access to counseling services for all residents.
Mental health care
Icelandic culture is so closely tied to its weather that the language includes over 100 distinct words for this natural phenomenon, reflecting its various forms and intensities.
Wind
This rocky terrain, which covers much of Iceland, is created by the cooling and solidifying of lava from volcanic eruptions.
Basalt