0.55%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2020), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #105
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. #121
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
Iraq submitted its revised NDC in October 2021.
Key highlights from the NDC
- Iraq has increased its conditional mitigation target to 15% compared to business as usual in the updated NDC, from 13% in the initial NDC.
- In addition, the unconditional mitigation target was increased from 1% to 2%, compared to business as usual.
- The revised NDC specifies the need to install 12 GW of renewable energy power, including through private sector investments.
- US$100 billion are needed for investments to deliver the NDC mitigation targets and ensure transition to low-carbon economy.
Adaptation and resilience areas in the NDC
- Agriculture
- Health
- Water
- Land use, land-use change, and forestry
- Tourism
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