Impact Assessment Report
KURDISTAN GAS PROJECT

Two Decades of Progress. A Decade of Opportunity.

PwC assessed the Project’s contribution to the KRI in three key areas: economy, society, and the environment, looking both historically and into the future, locally and globally. The study reviewed the Project’s contribution from 2008 to 2025 and estimated its expected contribution over the next decade in light of the significant investments planned for field development.

This assessment builds on a previous study conducted in 2018, which evaluated the Project’s overall economic, social, and environmental impact on the Kurdistan Region of Iraq after its first 10 years of operation.

Key Highlights

Looking back at two decades of progress.

Impact since inception: 2008-2025

Total Pearl Investment
US$ 0 bn
Enabled GDP contribution
~US$ 0 bn
Local procurement
US$ 0 million
Greenhouse gas
emissions savings
0 m tCO2e
Temporary during
construction phase
0 job years
Permanent during
operational phase
0 job years

Project Timeline

Explore the milestones that have shaped the Kurdistan Gas Project over nearly two decades.

Case Studies

The Project’s impact is best understood through the people, businesses and communities whose lives have changed as a result of long-term investment.

Reinforcing flora and fauna in the KRI with tree planting

Preserving and enhancing biodiversity in and around our operations is not just critical to our sustainability efforts, it is important for community wellbeing. In 2024, Pearl launched a tree planting initiative at Khor Mor to enhance biodiversity, support wildlife, and create sustainable habitats.

 

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A 580 m² commercial-grade vegetation nursery was constructed to foster the growth of tree saplings and shrubs suited to local conditions. The nursery provides optimal conditions for seeds to germinate and seedlings to thrive, with a capacity to produce 2,000–3,000 saplings annually, supporting ongoing tree planting efforts. After consulting local agricultural experts, fifteen species of trees and shrubs, chosen for their appropriateness to the region’s climate and water resources, were introduced. In all, our teams planted 1,250 trees and 500 shrubs on-site during 2024, watered by a groundwater irrigation system.

How ensuring clean water access in Qadir Karam has empowered a village and a community

The town of Qadir Karam, home to 250 families, relies on water pumped from wells 13 kilometres away into two elevated storage tanks. Years of neglect and government budget shortfalls led to the tanks requiring major renovation due to leaks, sediment buildup, pipe corrosion, rust, mechanical damage, and exposure to the elements.  
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Pearl undertook to renovate the water storage tanks to ensure that the families in Qadir Karam have access to a clean, reliable water supply. The improvements to the tanks’ structural integrity and water quality have reduced the need for frequent maintenance and extended the tanks’ operating life, providing a sustainable solution for the community’s water needs. In turn, the improvements in water quality in the town have enabled a renaissance in the village as workers and families have moved into the town, reinforcing the economy.

Looking Ahead

In the coming decade, the impact of the Kurdistan Gas Project is set to expand significantly, driven by accelerated field development and substantial new investment.

Explore Our Sustainability Journey

Estimated future impact: 2026-2035

Total Pearl Investment
US$ 0 bn
Enabled GDP contribution
~US$ 0 bn
Local procurement
US$ 0 bn
Greenhouse gas
emissions savings
0 m tCO2e
Permanent during
operational phase
0 job years
Temporary during
construction phase
0 job years