0.41%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2020), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #36
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. #91
Human Development Index ranking
A lower number means a better human development score. Based on the Human Development Index (2021), developed by UNDP. 20%
Unconditional emissions reduction target by 2030
(compared to 2010 levels)
The highest emissions reduction target, conditional or unconditional, included in the country’s latest NDC. NDC Status
Turkmenistan submitted its revised NDC in January 2023.
Key highlights from the NDC
- Turkmenistan’s revised NDC commits to an unconditional 20% reduction in emissions by 2030, compared to 2010 levels, under a business-as-usual scenario.
- The main sectors where the country plans to reduce emissions are energy, transportation, agriculture, industrial processes and product use, and waste.
- To reach these targets, Turkmenistan will use its own financial resources, but requires international technical support to develop legislation and regulations and implement actions to reduce emissions.
- Adaptation priorities are also covered in the revised NDC, with a focus on health, agriculture, water, soil and land, forestry, and ecosystems.
- The country plans to develop a unified methodology for assessing climate risks and developing adaptation plans at different levels.
Adaptation and resilience areas in the NDC
- Health
- Agriculture
- Water
- Soil and land resources
- Forestry
- Ecosystems and biodiversity
How UNDP’s Climate Promise is helping Turkmenistan
The Climate Promise is being delivered in collaboration with key partners. Thanks to our partners in Turkmenistan:
Last Updated
November 28, 2023
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Batyr Ballyyev
Project Manager, UNDP Turkmenistan
Iryna Sakalouskaya
Regional Climate Change Specialist