Introduction

Climate change has emerged as one of the greatest threats to humanity, posing serious risks to ecosystems, economies, and societies worldwide. Pakistan remains one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change, despite contributing less than one percent of global emissions. Although Pakistan’s overall emissions are relatively low, national emissions are rising, necessitating immediate action on multiple fronts. There is a critical need for a comprehensive national plan to address climate related challenges. The Center for Agriculture, Climate Change & Rural Economy (CACCRE) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and policy solutions for climate resilience and sustainability. By integrating research, innovation, and capacity building, CACCRE fosters evidence-based decision-making to mitigate climate change impacts and promote environmental sustainability. The center collaborates with governments, academia, and industries to drive climate action and sustainable development.

Vision Statement

Driving Pakistan’s transition toward a resilient, low-carbon, and sustainable future through evidence-based research, policy advocacy, and capacity-building.

Mission Statement

The CACCRE at PIDE aims to conduct interdisciplinary research on climate change mitigation, adaptation, and resilience strategies and analyze sector-specific climate vulnerabilities, particularly in agriculture, energy, water resources, etc. Enhance institutional and policy capacities by engaging with key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment Coordination (MoCCEC), academia, private sector, and international partners to enhance knowledge-sharing and research impact.