GGGI backs Pakistan’s climate finance plans, hydrogen programme push for net-zero transition

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) has offered to support Pakistan in strengthening its climate financing mechanisms and aligning economic growth with sustainable development during a meeting with Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr. Musadik Malik.

According to an official statement, GGGI’s country representative for Nepal and Pakistan, Laura Jalosjoki, briefed the minister on the organisation’s global experience in helping countries develop institutional and financial frameworks to access climate finance and pursue climate-resilient growth.

The meeting reviewed the Pakistan Country Programme (2024–2028) and explored areas of collaboration, including boosting private sector participation in climate finance, strengthening agriculture value chains, and improving energy efficiency through AI-enabled monitoring, reporting and verification systems.

Discussions also covered promoting investment and market development in agriculture, as well as fostering innovation through startup ecosystems.

The two sides also discussed the proposed Global Clean Hydrogen Programme, currently under consideration in Pakistan, aimed at supporting the country’s transition towards net-zero emissions by building hydrogen-related capacity and institutional readiness.

The programme is being implemented in several countries and is expected to contribute to reducing carbon emissions globally.

Musadik Malik appreciated GGGI’s engagement and said climate policies and strategies must be aligned with Pakistan’s ground realities and development priorities.