0.10%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2022), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #27
Climate Vulnerability Index ranking
A higher number means a higher vulnerability to climate change. Based on the ND-GAIN Index (2023), developed by the University of Notre Dame. #45
Human Development Index ranking
A lower number means a better human development score. Based on the Human Development Index (2023), developed by UNDP. NDC Status
Chile submitted its latest NDC in September 2025.
Key highlights from the NDC
- Chile’s latest NDC sets 2025 as the peak year for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
- Developed under Chile’s Climate Change Law (2022), the NDC reflects inclusive collaboration involving scientific committees, interministerial teams, and public consultations. It includes 51 commitments across six areas.
- Chile’s NDC responds to the global stocktake and COP28 recommendations, integrating sectoral mitigation plans and emphasizing nature-based solutions, green hydrogen, and enhanced ambition. Adaptation measures now include subnational and social dimensions, climate and clean air policy integration, and water risk monitoring.
- The NDC strengthens links between climate action, circular economy, biodiversity, and pollution control. Chile commits to Regional Climate Action Plans in all 16 regions by 2026 and proposes a national inventory of climate impacts and a cost of inaction assessment by 2028.
- Cross-cutting elements include gender equity, Indigenous knowledge, and environmental justice. Chile aims to reduce black carbon emissions by 25 percent by 2030 and phase out coal-fired power plants by 2040.
- Supported by UNDP’s Climate Promise and NDC Support Programme, Chile enhanced its climate finance strategy, focusing on risk management, enabling conditions, international positioning, and financial instruments. UNDP provided technical assistance, capacity building, and policy coherence, including support for regional governments and the Just Transition Strategy.
NAP Status
Chile has submitted a National Adaptation Plan (NAP) to the UNFCCC in 2017.
Latest Updates
See allTransitioning to low-emission transport systems is essential to achieving the reductions in emissions needed to tackle climate change.
The region is trying to secure the climate finance they will need in the coming decades through a mix of instruments and approaches.
Here are the many faces of loss and damage around the world –and what it can look like for those on the frontlines.
Latest Publications
See allNationally Determined Contributions Support Programme – Achievements and lessons learned (2017-2025)
Achievements and lessons learned from the NDC Support Programme's work, helping 47 countries and territories advance their climate action plans.
