Doha:Qatar has announced a significant goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 25% by the year 2030. This target is measured against the projected levels that would occur under a business-as-usual scenario, as stated by the country's International Media Office on Thursday.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, the goal translates to a reduction of approximately 37 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. Based on this reduction, emissions by 2030 are projected to be about 148 million tons, which would decrease to roughly 111 million tons if the target is met.

Additionally, Qatar plans to implement measures to cut carbon dioxide emissions by 42 million metric tons by 2040. The country's objectives also include increasing the share of protected land and marine areas to 30% and boosting solar energy generation capacity to 4,000 megawatts by 2030.

Qatar's strategy includes a comprehensive national climate adaptation plan consisting of 280 projects. These projects aim to enhance the nation's resilience to climate risks, as highlighted by the International Media Office.

This announcement followed the participation of Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in the opening session of the leaders' summit at the UN climate conference COP31, held in Antalya, Turkey. The Emir emphasized the importance of the conference as a milestone for bolstering international cooperation on climate change.

COP31, taking place from November 9 to 20 in Antalya, gathers global leaders, government officials, and climate negotiators to address climate change through discussions on emissions reductions, adaptation, and climate finance.