Burundi
Burundi submitted its first Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) in 2018, followed by an updated version in 2021. Most recently, in November 2025, Burundi submitted its NDC 3.0.
The country commits to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 23% by 2035, including a 3% unconditional and 20% conditional reduction compared to business-as-usual levels.
Mitigation priorities include promoting clean energy sources, expanding forest cover, advancing sustainable transport, improvement of livestock feed, increasing production of organo-mineral fertilizers and enhancing waste management.
Adaptation priorities include climate-smart agriculture, integrated water resource management, climate resilient infrastructure, ecosystem protection and restoration and strengthening its health system.
Burundi's NDC 3.0 aligns with the National Adaptation Plan (NAP), the Burundi Vision 2040–2060 and the national development plan to drive sustainable, low carbon growth.
The NDC was developed under the leadership of the Ministry of Environment, Agriculture and Livestock, through an inclusive process engaging local governments, civil society and technical experts.
Knowledge
Timeline of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Document Submissions
Please click on the timeline below to view the documents submitted.
Climate Commitments
- Membership: Member since 2017
- Country Engagement: Since joining the Partnership, Burundi has expressed interest in LT-LEDS development and/or enhancement.
Focal Point Ministry
- Ministry of the Environment, Agriculture and Livestock
