Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan ranks 53rd in the CCPI and receives an overall very low rating, with a very low rating in GHG Emissions and Renewable Energy, and medium in Energy Use and Climate Policy.

In July 2025, the Law on Limiting Greenhouse Gas Emissions was adopted in the country, enabling the government to monitor greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, set targets, and support mitigation projects. The Green Economy Strategy for 2019–2030 is another key strategy, aiming to achieve sustainable economic growth, improve the population’s well-being, and ensure environmental safety. The country is also updating its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0), setting a stronger target than in previous NDCs, seeking a 40–45% GHG emissions reduction by 2030 compared with 2010. However, the CCPI country experts criticise the weak implementation of climate policies to date, and the lack of a long-term net-zero strategy.

Renewables projects and afforestation show progress amid ongoing fossil dependence and increasing droughts

New large-scale renewable energy projects were recently launched, including a 1,000 MW wind farm being built in the Navoi region. The country set a goal of generating 25% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030. The experts note that transport electrification is underway, with electric vehicles being imported and supported through tax exemptions. Nevertheless, the country relies heavily on fossil fuels and is a major global gas producer. Coal production is also increasing. The experts stress the lack of a clear plan to phase out fossil fuels, weak enforcement of renewable energy policies, and limited grid integration.

Uzbekistan is facing issues such as soil and forest degradation, as well as worsening droughts. Overgrazing by livestock is a key factor here. Residents of some remote regions also still use large amounts of biomass for cooking and heating their homes. Afforestation initiatives exist involving mass tree planting to combat desertification and sand and dust storms. Regional administrations that manage local adaptation measures implement these initiatives. The experts cite the Yashil Makon (Green Nation) movement started by the President and which has planted 646 million trees saplings and shrubs over the past 3 years as a successful example.

Active international participant, but largely a climate finance recipient

In international climate policy, Uzbekistan is an active participant in UNFCCC negotiations. However, the experts criticise that the country is not a member of major global climate alliances such as the Beyond Oil & Gas Alliance (BOGA), and that it mainly receives international climate finance rather than providing it.

The experts recommend that Uzbekistan adopt a net-zero target by 2050, alongside a clear long-term decarbonisation pathway. The country should also introduce carbon pricing, phase out fossil fuel subsidies, stop expanding fossil fuel extraction and infrastructure, and speed up its deployment of renewable energy. Stronger adaptation policies are needed for water resources, agriculture, and disaster risk reduction to make the country more resilient against climate change impacts. The experts urge immediate improvement of energy efficiency in the water sector and strengthening of the fragile water management system, given the country’s vulnerability to water shortages. They also emphasise the importance of reinforcing climate governance through stakeholder engagement and increased monitoring to ensure transparent implementation.

Key Outcomes

CCPI Experts

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

• Natalia Idrisova
• Alisher Khudoyberdiev (Hydrometeorological Research Institute)
• GIZ