Published on, Sept. 23 -- September 23, 2025 10:48 PM

Pakistan has the potential to generate between 40 and 75 million tons of tradable carbon credits each year, valued at $400 million to $2.25 billion, according to a new Transparency International Pakistan report. The study, titled Carbon Markets Readiness in Pakistan: Addressing Governance Gaps and Safeguarding Against Integrity Risks, highlights both economic and environmental opportunities for the country if carbon markets are effectively developed and managed.

The report explains that even addressing 10-15% of Pakistan's annual greenhouse gas emissions through carbon projects could unlock a significant revenue stream. However, it stresses that Pakistan's current framework for carbo...