Punjab Green Credit Programme 2026: Earn Up to Rs 100,000 for Green Actions

Planting a tree, installing a solar panel or recycling waste can now put money in your pocket in Punjab, because the province pays citizens for verified green actions. The Punjab Green Credit Programme 2026 turns everyday green steps into Green Credits worth Rs 10,000 each. A participant can earn up to 10 credits, or up to Rs 100,000 in total.

What the Programme Is

The programme is Punjab’s citizen reward scheme for the environment: ordinary people take part and get paid for it.

• Main idea: Citizens earn Green Credits for approved environment-friendly actions, and credits convert into cash rewards.
• Launched in: December 2024 by the Punjab Government under the Chief Minister’s green agenda.
• Running department: The Environment Protection and Climate Change Department runs the programme.
• Long-term goal: The scheme builds a base for a future emissions trading system in Punjab.
• Not a loan: Green Credits are rewards for verified actions, not loans, and they do not have to be repaid.

How Green Credits Work

You cannot simply claim a credit; every action must be proved and checked first.

• One credit value: One Green Credit is worth Rs 10,000 under the programme’s reward structure.
• Maximum credits: A participant can earn up to 10 Green Credits, worth up to Rs 100,000 in total.
• Proof needed: You must submit proof of your action, such as photos or receipts, through the official portal.
• Verification system: The programme uses measurement, reporting and verification, which means an official checks your proof before the credit is given.
• Green Wallet: Your credits are tracked in a Green Wallet dashboard on the portal, so you can follow your progress.
• Payment method: Approved rewards go directly to your bank account or digital wallet.

Actions That Earn Credits

The programme covers 31 approved activity categories under six headings; credit value depends on type and scale.

• Tree plantation: Planting trees at home or in your community can earn credits, with larger plantation earning more.
• Solar energy: Installing rooftop solar panels or solar appliances at home is a qualifying action.
• Electric vehicles: Using an electric vehicle or e-bike can earn credits under the programme.
• Recycling: Verified recycling and waste management, including depositing bottles and cans, can earn credits.
• Rooftop gardening: Creating a rooftop garden or green space at home is also a qualifying action.
• More categories: Water conservation, composting and rainwater harvesting are also approved.

Who Can Join the Programme

The programme is open to ordinary residents, not only companies. A few basic conditions apply.

• Punjab residents: You must be a resident of Punjab with CNIC verification to register.
• Individuals welcome: Households and individuals can join, and organisations can also take part.
• Phase-wise rollout: The programme began in Lahore in Phase 1 and is expanding district by district, so check the portal to confirm your area.
• No closing date: No officially confirmed closing date has been announced, and registration appears to run on an ongoing basis.
• Activity limits: A few specific activities may be limited to certain cities, so read the activity details on the portal before you start.
• Honest claims only: Only real, verifiable actions earn credits; false claims are rejected during verification.

How to Apply Step by Step

Registration and claims are both done online, in this order.

• Open the portal: Visit the official portal and register with your CNIC details.
• Choose a category: Pick your activity category from Air, Water, Waste, Land, Biodiversity or Awareness.
• Submit your plan: Submit your proposed action with the required documents before you start, where the portal asks for it.
• Do the action: Carry out the green action, such as planting trees or installing solar panels, as described in your submission.
• Upload proof: Upload photos, receipts or other proof of the completed action through the portal.
• Wait for verification: Wait for officials to verify your proof; approved rewards are usually transferred within 30 days of verification.

How Payment and Verification Work

Payment comes only after verification, and the amount depends on what you actually did.

• Scale matters: Larger environmental impact earns more credits, so a bigger plantation earns more than a single small plant.
• Tree example: Programme guides report that tree plantation can earn up to 4 Green Credits, worth up to Rs 40,000, depending on scale.
• Recycling example: Recycling and waste management actions are reported to earn up to 2 Green Credits, worth up to Rs 20,000.
• Check the portal: The exact approved list and credit values are shown on the portal and can change over time.
• No agent fee: Registration is free through the official portal, so do not pay anyone who offers to register you for a fee.
• Keep your proof: Keep original photos and receipts safe until your credit is approved.

Conclusion

The Green Credit Programme gives residents a real reason to act green: verified actions earn Rs 10,000 per credit, up to Rs 100,000. Start with an action that fits your home, register on the official portal, and upload honest proof.

FAQs

How much is one Green Credit worth? One Green Credit is worth Rs 10,000, and a participant can earn up to 10 credits, or up to Rs 100,000 in total.

Is registration still open? No closing date is officially announced; registration appears ongoing. Check the portal for your district’s status.

Do I get paid without proof? No. You must submit proof such as photos or receipts, verified by officials first.

Can I earn credits for planting trees? Yes. Tree plantation is a qualifying action, and the credit value depends on the scale of the plantation.