Given that the Republic of Seychelles is a net sink, its contributions to climate change mitigation to contribute towards the objectives of the UNFCCC will be the co- benefit of enhancing its energy security and reducing its energy bill. 2. Mitigation contribution The Republic of Seychelles will reduce its economy-wide absolute GHG (29.0%) relative to baseline emissions.Time frame and /or period for implementation Start year: 2020 Mid-term year: 2025 End year: 2030End Type of commitment Absolute economy-wide emission reductions covering public electricity, land transport and solid waste management (LULUCF is excluded) Estimated quantified emission reductions in 2030 relative to baseline emissions Financial requirements The cost of achieving the reduction objective (2030) has been estimated to be at least USD 309 million.