Climate change in Pakistan

Climate change in Pakistan is a major issue for the country. Pakistan is highly vulnerable to climate change. As with the changing climate in South Asia as a whole, the climate of Pakistan has changed over the past several decades, with significant impacts on the environment and people. In addition to increased heat, drought and extreme weather in parts of the country, the melting of glaciers in the Himalayas has impacted some of the important rivers of Pakistan. Between 1999 and 2018, Pakistan ranked 5th in the countries affected by extreme weather caused by climate change.

As Pakistan's largest province, Punjab has demonstrated its commitment to addressing climate change challenges through initiatives such as the Climate Change Activity Plan and the Punjab Climate Change Strategy.

Pakistan is prone to a range of natural disasters, including cyclones, floods, drought, intense rainfall, and earthquakes. According to scientific research, climate change played a substantial role in the devastating 2022 floods, which directly affected over 30 million people in Pakistan, causing loss of life, damage to public infrastructure, and widespread displacement. Climate change poses a significant menace to Pakistan's economy and security.

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