TEHRAN – Iran is making significant strides in adapting to climate change, despite facing tough challenges like sanctions and limited access to technology and financing. Shina Ansari, the head of the Department of Environment (DOE), highlighted these efforts at the upcoming 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Belém, Brazil.
Countries at the conference have pledged to protect the environment by cutting greenhouse gas emissions and using more renewable energy. Ansari pointed out that Iran has made impressive advances even while dealing with restrictions. For example, over the past year, Iran boosted its solar energy capacity by 75% and is expanding its wind power production. Additionally, the country is increasing its nuclear power capacity and has joined the BRICS carbon market, aiming to lower carbon emissions through better management practices.
Iran’s current climate challenges include serious issues like drought and rising temperatures, with an increase of nearly 1.8 degrees Celsius and a significant reduction in rainfall over the past five decades. Despite these obstacles, Iran is committed to enhancing energy efficiency and developing transitional fuel sources to combat climate change.
International relations play a key role in these efforts. The ongoing military tensions, particularly with the U.S. and its ally, have led to significant environmental damage in Iran. For instance, military actions have resulted in over 50,000 tons of carbon emissions just in Tehran. This highlights the destructive impact of conflict on both the environment and public health.
At COP30, Ansari is meeting with various international leaders to share Iran’s experiences and solutions for climate adaptation and resilience. Conversations with officials like Simon Stiell from the UN and representatives from the UAE focus on collaborative efforts to manage environmental issues, especially as climate change increasingly affects regions in West Asia.
In a world grappling with climate change, Iran’s path shows that even under pressure, innovation and international cooperation can drive progress. The conference aims to rally global leaders to address climate urgency, emphasizing the need for broad actions in six key areas: energy transition, biodiversity preservation, agriculture transformation, and enhancing urban resilience.
This moment serves as a reminder that many nations, including Iran, can contribute valuable insights and strategies to face shared environmental challenges. Together, there’s potential for meaningful change that could be passed down to future generations.
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