Peru is regionally diverse, with coastal plains in the West, Andean uplands in the centre and a tropical region in the East where it encompasses a large part of the Amazon. In 2012, TNA process mirrored these regions particularities, as they each face specific challenges. Experience show how this diversity makes it impossible to conduct effective assessments within a broad national scope. Accordingly, the TNA team adopted an approach in which technologies were chosen based on their regional relevance, as each region calls for different technological needs. In 2025, the country joined TNA Phase V, striving to reassess past findings, seeking to develop implementable action plans that will help the nation in low-carbon development.
Peru is located on the western coast of South America bordering the Atlantic Ocean and faces profound impacts from climate change. Peru’s climate is characterized by diverse conditions, ranging from arid coastal regions to tropical rainforests in the Amazon. The country experiences three main climatic zones: the coastal desert, the Andean highlands, and the Amazon basin. The coastal region is typically dry, while the highlands experience significant temperature variations and seasonal rainfall. The Amazon region, on the other hand, has a humid tropical climate with high rainfall throughout the year.
Peru is increasingly vulnerable to climate change impacts, including extreme weather events such as floods and droughts, which threaten its ecosystems and livelihoods. These events are further extrapolated by the El Nino phenomena, which have severe impacts on the Latin American countries weather patterns.
In 2020, Peru submitted its updated NDC committing to reducing emissions between 30% to 40% by 2030 as compared to the business-as-usual scenario. The updated NDC has a strong focus on adaptation and covers actions related to water, fishing and aquaculture, forestry, agriculture, health, tourism, and transport.
Peru’s NDC also includes a commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, highlighting the country’s long-term vision for sustainable development. The government acknowledges the need for enhanced efforts and international cooperation to meet these ambitious climate goals effectively.
Overall, Peru’s NDC reflects both its vulnerability to climate change and its determination to implement strategies that foster resilience while promoting sustainable economic growth. Peru conducted its first TNA already in 2012, focusing on water and waste sectors. In 2025, the country joined TNA Phase V, striving to reassess past findings, seeking to develop implementable action plans that will help the nation in low-carbon development.
Peru’s TNA contributes to the following Sustainable Development Goals:
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