Belize

Belize submitted its first Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) in 2015, followed by an updated version in 2021. Most recently, in June 2025, Belize submitted its NDC 3.0.

In its NDC 3.0 Belize commits to reducing 6.2 million tonnes CO2e in cumulative greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2035 compared to a business-as-usual scenario. This includes updated 2030 targets and new 2035 targets, which will require USD 1.56 billion in finance.

Mitigation actions aim to reduce nationwide emissions across electricity, transport, waste and agriculture, forestry and other land use (AFOLU), while enhancing energy security. Belize plans to install 100 megawatts (MW) of solar and 20 MW of wind power by 2035 and expand electric vehicle uptake in public and private transport.

Adaptation priorities include coastal and marine protection, fisheries, agriculture, water, biodiversity, health and resilient infrastructure — with gender equality, disability and social inclusion mainstreamed across all sectors.

The NDC 3.0 was prepared under the guidance of the National Climate Change Office (NCCO) within the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management, in collaboration with sectoral experts and department heads, and approved by Cabinet for final endorsement.