Our work
UNIDO’s work in response to the war in Ukraine is part of the Organization’s long-standing commitment to the country’s sustainable industrial development, economic growth, social well-being and environmental sustainability.
For many years, UNIDO has been contributing towards improving and greening the productive capacities of Ukraine through industrial policymaking, technical cooperation, capacity-building, peer learning, knowledge transfer and private sector engagement, among others.
As of 2024, UNIDO has a network of around 30 experts deployed in Ukraine and implements a diverse portfolio of projects under the green industrial recovery programme with a total budget exceeding USD 200 million.
Ukraine’s industrial development process must be built on inclusiveness, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Therefore, leaving no one behind is the key principle, underpinning UNIDO’s work in Ukraine in response to the war.
UNIDO emphasizes the importance of supporting initiatives at the grassroots level, acknowledging that sustainable recovery and development should be rooted in and benefit local communities. Furthermore, the primary focus of the green industrial recovery programme is to directly benefit people in Ukraine with a particular emphasis on those who are considered vulnerable or marginalized.