Tunisia Needs $29 Billion for Climate Adaptation

Tunisia estimates it needs $29 billion from 2026 to 2035 to address climate change impacts across the country. The National Forum of Adaptation to Climate Change recently presented this need as part of its Third Nationally Determined Contribution plan, NDC 3.0. Water resources require the largest investment—$10.7 billion—followed by agriculture and food security at $8 billion.

The plan outlines seven priority areas, including better water management with desalination and support for small farmers through resilient seeds. Tunisia also intends to protect ecosystems like forests and wetlands, and integrate climate risks into city planning. Without urgent action, the World Bank projects Tunisia’s GDP could fall by 3.4% by 2030.

The NDC 3.0 strategy acknowledges that the country is already experiencing rising temperatures and declining rainfall. It does not detail how Tunisia will secure all the necessary funding, nor does it fully account for potential political or economic instability that could hinder implementation. Work to strengthen Tunisia’s resilience continues with these updated plans.