Zimbabwe Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC3.0) Country Statement (2025-2035).

This Zimbabwe Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC3.0) Country Statement (2025-2035) outlines the nation's updated climate commitments under the Paris Agreement. The document highlights Zimbabwe's increased ambition compared to its previous NDC2.0, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% per capita by 2035 compared to a business-as-usual (BAU) scenario.
The NDC3.0 emphasizes both mitigation and adaptation efforts. In order to accelerate and implement adaptation action and support, the country has included three more adaptation sectors (Health, Tourism, and Forestry and biodiversity) in addition to the 4 reported in NDC2.0 (Agriculture, Water, Infrastructure, and Early Warning and Disaster Risk Management), bringing the total to seven, with a focus on climate-resilient infrastructure, water management, and disease surveillance. In terms of mitigation, the energy sector is a significant focus, with plans to increase renewable energy capacity, enhance efficiency, and reduce reliance on coal. The agriculture sector's mitigation measures target improved livestock feed and health to reduce methane emissions. Land Use, Land Use Change, and Forestry (LULUCF) efforts focus on reforestation, wildfire prevention, and sustainable land management. Cross-cutting issues highlight gender inclusivity, capacity building, and the need for international finance and technology transfer.