UNIDO is a specialized agency of the United Nations with a unique mandate to promote, dynamize and accelerate industrial development.

The role of industry in the climate change context is threefold:

1. industry is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases;

2. it is itself adversely affected by the changing climate and resource depletion; and

3. it has a potential to become a leading provider of technological solutions, business models and green jobs, while influencing consumer behaviour and lifestyles across the globe.

Inclusive and sustainable industrialization is a key element of an effective climate change strategy.

UNIDO sees innovation as key to mitigating and adapting to climate change. Technological options for avoiding and reducing greenhouse gas emissions must be further developed. UNIDO provides a platform for technology transfer, investment mobilization and climate…