Pakistan is seeking a colossal $565.7 billion in international climate financing and technology support to achieve its ambitious new environmental targets by 2035, according to its updated national climate goals submitted to the United Nations.

Official documents cited in media reports indicate the nation’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) was formally presented to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) on September 23. The plan aims to slash projected greenhouse gas emissions from 2.559 billion tons to 1.28 billion tons within the next decade.

The country has pledged to cover a 17 percent reduction using its own domestic resources. However, the more substantial portion of the target, a 33 percent cut, is entirely conditional upon receiving the requested international financial and technological assistance.

Officials noted that Pakistan has already demonstrated its commitment by achieving a 37 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions between 2021 and 2025 under its previous climate plan, NDC 2.0, accomplishing this without any external financial aid.

The new roadmap outlines a significant transition towards green energy, envisioning the generation of over 38,000 megawatts from renewable and clean sources by 2035. A major shift towards electric mobility is also planned, with a goal for 30 percent of all new vehicles to be electric by 2030, supported by a network of 3,000 charging stations across the country.

Furthermore, an energy efficiency policy is set to contribute a reduction of 35 million tons in emissions by 2030. The government stressed that access to affordable green technologies and robust international cooperation are crucial for enhancing the nation’s climate resilience and fulfilling its global commitments.