Islamic Republic of Iran
Iran ranks 66th, placing it second to last in the CCPI. The country scores very low in all four categories: GHG Emissions, Renewable Energy, Energy Use, and Climate Policy.
As in previous years, Iran scores very low overall in the CCPI. It is one of the few countries that has not yet ratified the Paris Agreement. Representatives from Iran announced the country would join Paris when existing sanctions were lifted. The country also has no net-zero target.
Iran’s GHG emissions are among the world’s highest. Its renewable energy share is around 1% and the country is among the 10 countries with the largest developed oil and gas reserves.
The country is experiencing severe heat waves and other consequences of the climate crisis, but there are no adaptation efforts in sight.
Key Outcomes
- Iran ranks 66th, placing it second to last in the CCPI
- Iran’s GHG emissions are among the world’s highest and its renewable energy share is around 1%
- It is one of the few countries that has not yet ratified the Paris Agreement
CCPI experts
National experts that contributed to the policy evaluation of this year’s CCPI chose to remain anonymous.
