0.97%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2018), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #54
Climate Vulnerability Index ranking
A higher number means a higher vulnerability to climate change. Based on the ND-GAIN Index (2019), developed by the University of Notre Dame. #54
Human Development Index ranking
A lower number means a better human development score. Based on the Human Development Index (2020), developed by UNDP. NDC Status
Turkey submitted its Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (INDC) in October 2015.
In 2021, Turkey ratified the Paris Climate Agreement and committed to net zero by 2053.
The country is now preparing its long-term climate change strategy and action plan to enhance adaptation, accelerate mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions, and increase co-benefits for cities, sectors, and ecosystems. Accordingly, Turkey will update its NDC.
How UNDP’s Climate Promise is helping Turkey
The Climate Promise is being delivered in collaboration with key partners. Thanks to our partners in Turkey:
Last Updated
February 22, 2022
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See allThe impacts of the climate crisis are all around us. Yet despite the headlines, there is hope to be found in climate action.
In 2021, twelve countries in the Europe and Central Asia region submitted more ambitious climate pledges with support from Climate Promise.
With ambitions high after Turkey’s ratification of the Paris Agreement, work starts on a climate change strategy to 2050 and an action plan to 2030.
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Nataliya Vasylyeva
Climate Change Technical Specialist
Nuri Ozbagdatli
Climate Change and Environment Portfolio Manager, UNDP Turkey