Pakistan

Pakistan ranks 31st in this year’s CCPI, with mixed ratings: high in GHG Emissions and Energy Use, low in Climate Policy, and very low in Renewable Energy.

Pakistan submitted a revised Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) in 2021, in which it commits to an emissions reduction target of 15% by 2030 compared with the 2015 baseline. The national goals include increasing renewable energy to 60% of the energy mix by 2030, which would require an estimated USD 100 billion by that year.

In 2012, the country decided on its National Climate Change Policy. This framework addresses Pakistan’s vulnerability to the climate crisis and includes adaptation measures for sectors such as water, agriculture, and biodiversity. The CCPI national experts note this policy as a strong point in the country’s climate politics.

More Effort Needed for a Clean Energy Transition

Renewable energy continues to account for a low share of Pakistan’s energy mix (7%) and the country still heavily relies on fossil fuels. Reaching its ambitious renewable energy target by 2030 will require increased investments in infrastructure and policy reforms. The Quaid-e-Azam Solar Park presents a positive example of a successful clean energy project in the country. Nevertheless, Pakistan is also increasing its reliance on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG), which could hinder a clean energy transition. The CCPI experts note that more financial support must be made available for implementing more clean energy projects.

The experts demand the government plan a fossil fuel phase-out, implement more renewable energy projects, and improve monitoring and enforcement mechanisms for national climate policies.

Key Outcomes

CCPI Experts

The following national experts agreed to be mentioned as contributors for this year’s CCPI:

• Ali Tauqeer Sheikh
• Eco-Conservation Initiatives
• Pakistan Development Alliance