A multi-sectoral approach to reducing emissions
Tunisia’s strategy is based on a bold commitment to reduce the country’s carbon intensity by 27% by 2030 compared to 2010 levels, with the possibility of reaching 45% subject to adequate financial support.
The initiative aims to reduce per capita emissions to around 2.4 tonnes of CO2 equivalent, well below the 7 tonnes recorded in 2010. This ambitious project positions Tunisia as a key player in the fight against global warming in North Africa.
Tunisia’s strategy is not limited to a single sector. It encompasses a variety of crucial areas, including energy, industry, agriculture and waste management. Particular attention is paid to the cement industry, which is responsible for around 14% of the country’s total emissions. This comprehensive approach demonstrates an in-depth understanding of the issues and a commitment to transformation on a national scale.
The introduction of a carbon tax would aim to internalise the environmental costs of greenhouse gas emissions. On the other hand, an emissions trading scheme would create a carbon market, encouraging companies to reduce their emissions in an efficient and economically viable way.
By making carbon emissions more expensive, these policies would encourage companies to invest in research and development of more efficient and less polluting energy solutions. This paradigm shift could position Tunisia as a regional hub for green technologies.
Tunisia’s long-term vision is straightforward to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. This ambitious project is part of a comprehensive national strategy combining emissions mitigation and adaptation to climate change. This integrated approach aims to strengthen the country’s resilience in critical areas such as food and water security, thereby preparing Tunisia for future challenges.
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