0.63%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2020), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #92
Climate Vulnerability Index ranking
A higher number means a higher vulnerability to climate change. Based on the ND-GAIN Index (2021), developed by the University of Notre Dame. #97
Human Development Index ranking
A lower number means a better human development score. Based on the Human Development Index (2021), developed by UNDP. NDC Status
Egypt submitted a second revision of its NDC in June 2023.
Key highlights from the NDC
- Egypt committed to reduce emissions by 37% in the electricity sector (80 Mt CO2e), 65% in the oil and gas sector (1.7 Mt CO2e), and 7% in the transportation sector (9 Mt CO2e) by 2030 compared to business-as-usual, conditional on external support.
- The country plans to install additional renewable energy capacities that will generate 42% of electricity by 2035.
- Egypt also enhanced the adaptation component in the revised NDC by setting more policy actions and measures across key sectors.
Adaptation and resilience areas in the NDC
- Water
- Agriculture
- Coastal zones
- Urban development and tourism
- Disaster risk management
- Health
- Biodiversity
- Education
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