0.27%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2020), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #178
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. #172
Human Development Index ranking
A lower number means a better human development score. Based on the Human Development Index (2021), developed by UNDP. 27.1 Mt
Conditional CO2e emissions reduction target by 2030
(compared to business as usual)
This figure represents the cumulative emissions reduction targets across three sectors: energy, forestry, and waste. NDC Status
Sudan submitted its revised NDC in September 2022.
Key highlights from the NDC
- Sudan committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 38% in the energy sector (12.4 Mt CO2e), 45% in the forestry sector (13.4 Mt CO2e), and 20% in the waste sector (1.3 Mt CO2e) by 2030 compared to business-as-usual, conditional on external support.
- The revised NDC also identifies agriculture as a key adaptation priority and proposes scaling-up more efficient irrigation systems powered by renewable energy.
- According to the NDC, the financial support needed for mitigation and adaptation measures is 8.24 billion USD over the next 10 years.
Adaptation and resilience areas in the NDC
- Water
- Agriculture
- Coastal zones
- Health
How UNDP’s Climate Promise is helping Sudan
The Climate Promise is being delivered in collaboration with key partners. Thanks to our partners in Sudan:
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November 24, 2023
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Regional Climate Change Specialist
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