From Global Pledge to Local Action: Turkmenistan Advances Methane Reduction Strategy with CCAC and GIZ Support

The event was held within the framework of the project "EU for a green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024–2028," funded by the European Union and the German Federal Foreign Office and implemented by GIZ. The workshop was organized by the GMP Secretariat – the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), an initiative of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in cooperation with GIZ.

The seminar was attended by officials from Turkmenistan's government agencies, including representatives from key agencies working in the energy and environmental sectors.

The main objectives of the event were:

1. To present the GMP framework and discuss the possibility of integrating methane reduction into Turkmenistan's national climate targets (NDCs).

2. To familiarize participants with the GMP concept in practice and identify next steps in the lead-up to COP-30.

Particular attention was paid to the most pressing issue for Turkmenistan—reducing emissions in the fossil fuel sector. Issues of international support and technical assistance available to GMP participating countries were discussed.

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"Reducing methane emissions is not only an environmental imperative but also an economic opportunity, especially for countries with a large energy sector, such as Turkmenistan. We are pleased to see such strong interest from our Turkmen partners." "Our joint project, 'EU for a green Turkmenistan,' aims to provide the necessary technical expertise and financial support to ensure these climate ambitions are successfully implemented in practice," noted Dr. Caroline Milow, Programme Manager for 'EU for a green Turkmenistan: Policy Dialogue and Climate Action 2024-2028.'

In the final part of the seminar, Turkmen government officials held a moderated exchange of views, clearly outlining their priorities and needs for support from international partners. The event concluded with the identification of concrete next steps to achieve the GMP goals, reaffirming Turkmenistan's commitment to strengthening climate action in the coming years.