UNIDO Publications
Sudan Industrial Diagnostic Study 2021
2022 | Author(s): UNIDO
This diagnostic study bene ted immensely from support and information provided by major players in the domain of industrial policy and structural change in Sudan. The authors would like to express their sincere gratitude to the representatives from all involved individuals and institutions for their availability, time and inputs that helped shape this report.
Programme for Country Partnership Industrial Diagnostic Study Rwanda 2020
2022 | Author(s): UNIDO
This diagnostic study was conducted between August and December 2020, and benefitted immensely from support and information provided by major players in industrial policy and structural change in Rwanda. Consultations were held with the Ministry of Trade and Industry, the National Industrial Research and Development Agency (NIRDA) of Rwanda and the regional office of the UN Economic Commission for Africa office in Rwanda, as well as the Private Sector Federation (PSF). The authors would like to express their sincere gratitude to the representatives of all institutions involved for their availability, time and inputs that have helped shape this report.
International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics - 2022
2022 | Author(s): UNIDO
#International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics
The International Yearbook of Industrial Statistics is a flagship publication of UNIDO that provides economists, planners, policymakers and business people with worldwide statistics on current level, structure and trends in the manufacturing sector. The Yearbook is designed to facilitate international comparisons relating to manufacturing activity and industrial development and performance. It provides data that can be used to analyse patterns of growth and related long-term trends, structural change and industrial performance in individual industries.
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
This report, funded by the Japanese government, examines sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging in Africa. It explores various bioplastics and biocomposites, innovative packaging designs, and advanced recycling technologies. The report focuses on Japanese technologies and their potential applicability to African markets, considering environmental, functional, and economic factors. Specific examples of successful implementations are highlighted, along with ongoing research and development efforts.
Study on Plastic Value Chain in Kenya
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
This paper, funded by the Japanese government, provides an overview of Kenya’s plastic value chain, focusing on waste management practices, regulations, and the role of extended producer responsibility (EPR) initiatives like KEPRI. It highlights the current state of plastic production, importation, and recycling, alongside key challenges like insufficient legislation, weak enforcement, and limited public awareness. The study emphasizes the need for improved waste management infrastructure, design changes for recyclability, and coordinated efforts from both public and private sectors to reduce plastic leakage into the environment.
Study on Plastic Value Chain in Egypt
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
This paper, funded by the Japanese government, highlights Egypt's plastic value chain, focusing on single-use plastics. The report assesses the industry's structure, identifying key players and challenges, including the significant role of the informal sector. Data on plastic waste generation, composition, and management practices are analyzed. The study also explores the regulatory framework, encompassing both general waste management and plastic-specific legislation.
South-South and Triangular Industrial Cooperation by UNIDO
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
#South-South cooperation
Circular Economy and Climate Change
2021 | Author(s): GACERE
#GACERE #Circular economy
The document explores the nexus between circular economy and climate change and offers insights on how circular approaches can strengthen climate action.
Circular Economy and Green Recovery
2021 | Author(s): GACERE
#GACERE #Circular economy
The document explores how circular economy approaches can contribute to a green recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic downturn caused by lockdowns.
Industrial Development Report 2022
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
#Flagship #Industrial Development Report
The future of industrialization in a post-pandemic world
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
#Montreal Protocol
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) embody the global commitment to build a more sustainable future for all. These universally agreed objectives address the most urgent environmental, social and economic challenges of our time.
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
#Value chain
This country study on plastic value chain in Egypt was conducted by Chemonics Egypt under the UNIDO project “Study on available sustainable alternative materials to plastics, and innovative packaging and recycling technologies that meet market needs in Africa to reduce plastics leakages to the environment”.
UNIDO and the European Union State of the International Partnership 2021
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
#Partnerships
UNIDO and the European Union - State of the International Partnership 2021 © UNIDO 2022
Impact assessment of COVID-19 on India’s Manufacturing Firms survey results April-June 2021
2021 | Author(s): UNIDO
This report was produced by the UNIDO Regional Office in India with the support and technical
assistance of UNIDO’s Policy Research and Statistics Department and the Asia and the Pacific Regional
Coordination Division. Special thanks go to India SME Forum, which implemented the survey, as well
as to the respondents from the private sector, including micro-, small-, medium- and large enterprises,
who dedicated valuable time during the second COVID-19 pandemic wave in India to contribute to the
survey.