0.24%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2020), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #142
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. #146
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
Zimbabwe submitted its updated NDC in September 2021.
Key highlights from the NDC
- Zimbabwe enhanced its climate ambition by setting a 40% economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions reduction target by 2030, compared to business-as-usual levels, a significant increase from the 33% initial target.
- The NDC draws on the climate policies and strategies adopted since 2015, including the Low Emission Development Strategy and the National Adaptation Plan to be finalized soon.
- In its NDC, Zimbabwe has updated its baseline scenario, expanded the greenhouse gas emissions and sectoral coverage and added new adaptation measures.
- The NDC also incorporates the latest findings of the assessments on green jobs, just transition, gender analysis and youth delivered with UNDP's support.
Adaptation and resilience areas in the NDC
- Agriculture
- Disaster Risk Management
- Infrastructure
- Water
How UNDP’s Climate Promise is helping Zimbabwe
The Climate Promise is being delivered in collaboration with key partners.
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