Can Carbon Markets Transform Pakistan’s Economy? The Opportunity & Risks

Can carbon markets help Pakistan attract climate finance and support sustainable economic growth? Osman Masood hosts Kashif Ali, Executive Director of Transparency International Pakistan, to discuss carbon credits, climate change and Pakistan’s readiness to participate in the global carbon economy. The conversation centres on Transparency International Pakistan’s report, “Carbon Markets Readiness in Pakistan: Addressing Governance Gaps and Safeguarding Against Integrity Risks,” and the question at its core: how can Pakistan develop credible carbon markets that deliver real climate benefits? Carbon trading presents an opportunity to channel investment into emissions reduction and sustainable development. Turning that potential into results requires clear rules, reliable data and accountability over how projects are developed and who benefits. In this episode, we explore the role of the carbon industry within Pakistan’s wider climate change response, the governance gaps that need attention, and why transparency and integrity matter for the country’s carbon market ambitions. What should Pakistan prioritise to build a credible carbon market? Share your thoughts in the comments, subscribe for more conversations on sustainability and climate action, and share this episode with someone working in this field. Explore the report and TIP’s climate governance work: https://transparency.org.pk/climate-g...