DPRK has a BAU projection of 218 MtCO2e in 2030. The country plans to reduce 35.8 MtCO2e by 2030, reaching 16.4% of reduction unconditionally. If DPRK has international aid, the government states its intention to reduce more 78.8 MtCO2 by 2030 (36%). Therefore, considering all contributions, North Korea pledges a total reduction of 52% by 2030.

The government expects reductions from forest restoration, a shift to less carbon intensive sources of energy (tidal, wind, nuclear) and sustainable agricultural practices (DPRK NDC, 2019).