United Nations Industrial Development Organization - Philippine Office (UNIDO)

Calling All Agribusinesses in BARMM! Does your business, association or cooperative process seaweed/sea or meat products? This is your chance to grow your business through capacity development support! The EU - UNIDO Bangsamoro Agri-Enterprise Programme (BAEP) has published an Expression of Interest to apply for support for agribusiness development (technical support and equipment). 📝 For eligibility criteria, application forms, and all the details, visit: https://lnkd.in/g9bd7jxv 📧 Got questions? Reach out to us at BAEP@unido.org. ⏳ Deadline for submission: 31 October 2024 Don’t miss out on this opportunity! #UNIDOResultsYouCanSee #UNIDOPh

Catch us live Facebook on September 18, 2024 for the PCB-WEEE Project Closing Workshop as we celebrate the culmination of the Safe PCB and E-Waste Management Project. Mark your calendars, don’t miss it—be part of the commitment to power forward to a POPs free and greener future. #PoweringForward #UNIDOing #POPsFREE #TogetherWEEECan

Here’s a quick look of the achievements of the Safe PCB & E-Waste Management Project. From successfully upgrading three Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and enhancing Non-Combustion POPs Facilities (NCPs), to implementing ordinances and subsidiaries to support e-waste management and promote the safe disposal of PCBs, and forging strong partnerships with national and local governments, civil society, and private institutions—we have made great strides towards sustainability! Join us live on September 18, 2024, as we celebrate the successful conclusion of the UNIDO/DENR/GEF Project. Don’t miss this landmark event—tune in via livestream! Together WEE CAN and we will power forward to a POPs Free Future together! #PoweringForward #UNIDOing #POPsFREE #TogetherWEEECan

Join us on September 18, 2024 via facebook livestream for a landmark event celebrating the successful conclusion of the UNIDO/DENR/GEF Project. The event, themed, Powering Forward: Championing Inclusivity and Sustainability, Safeguarding Human Health, and the Environment through Proper PCB and E-Waste Management, will highlight achievements in implementing PCB management programs from electric cooperatives and advancing safe e-waste management practices. Be part of this celebration, and let’s power forward towards a green future! #Poweringforward #UNIDOing #POPsFREEPH #TogetherWEEECan

Meet Emelda, one of the women informal e-waste collectors and dismantlers who was provided with hands-on technical and administrative training on the proper management of e-waste at the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)/Treatment, Storage and Disposal (TSD) in Bagong Silang, Caloocan City -- a facility that was established under the GEF- funded project, “Implementation of PCB Management Programs for Electric Cooperatives and Safe E-wastes Management.” This project is implemented by UNIDO and DENR- EMB. E-waste is known to contain harmful chemicals like POPs PBDE and heavy metals, posing significant health risks, especially to women and children. Despite these dangers, the informal waste sector (IWS) views e-waste as an expanding resource and a vital source of livelihood. Recognizing the crucial role women play in the e-waste trade, the project provided specialized training to raise awareness about the hazardous effects of toxic pollutants. These trainings, along with forums and workshops, have empowered women like Emelda to strengthen their technical skills and actively participate in decision-making processes related to the business aspects of the MRF/TSD and in their own Associations of Junkshops or Dismantlers (Samahan ng Jukshop o Mangangalakal). As a result, these women now have a more steady income from collecting and dismantling CRTs and e-waste, hold leadership positions in their associations and have increased their knowledge on proper e-waste management, allowing them to effectively do their business without harming human health and the environment. The project has so far successfully disposed of 1.15 tons of POPs PBDE-contaminated plastic casings and 800 tons of lead-laden cathode ray tubes (CRTs), contributing to improved health, environmental protection, and increased involvement of the IWS in e-waste management. #EmpoweringWomen #EwasteToIWasto #TogetherWEEECan #UNIDOResultsYouCanSee #UNIDOPh #ProgressbyInnovation

🌟 Today is International MSME Day! 🌟 🌐Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are often the lifeblood of economies, contributing significantly to employment, innovation, and economic growth, especially in developing countries. Their significant role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) spans broad areas such as economic growth, creation of decent jobs, provision of public goods and services, poverty alleviation, and reduced inequality.   UNIDO Philippines' work in MSME development leverages the sector’s transformative potential as a catalyst for accelerating the achievement of the UN SDGs. Through policy support, access to innovative financing, and global best practices and solutions, UNIDO aims to strengthen the sector’s climate resilience and adaptability. This results in wide-reaching impacts on the SDGs globally, including: SDG 1: End poverty SDG 2: Zero hunger SDG 3: Good health and well-being SDG 5: Gender equality SDG 8: Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment, and decent work SDG 9: Improve sustainable industrialization and foster innovation” #InternationalMSMEDay2024 #UNIDOing #UNIDOResultsYouCanSee #UNIDOPh

UNIDO: Forging an Inclusive and Resilient Future for Filipino MSMEs Five solar chest freezers were installed in and handed over to the Municipality of Carles in Iloilo by the “Global Partnership for Improving the Food Cold Chain in the Philippines”, a project implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). These innovative freezers are set to revolutionize fisheries development in the area.   🔌 Off-Grid Solution: Carles, known for its abundant scallops, faces a challenge: local fisherfolk lack the resources to process and sell their catch effectively. As an island municipality in off-grid areas, Carles needed a sustainable solution to maximize economic opportunities from its fishery sector.   🌊 The Solution: Solar-powered chest freezers! These units harness the power of the sun to keep seafood fresh.   👏 Community Impact: Fisheries play a vital role in Carles’ community and family life. With these solar chest freezers, local fisherfolk can now process and preserve their catch effectively, extending their shelf lives, and enabling better market access. These bring expanded and sustainable livelihood opportunities for off-grid communities, advancing their economic growth and empowering them toward climate action and food security.   This initiative is implemented in partnership with DENR, TESDA, ATMOshpere and UNIDO.   #UNIDOPh #UNIDOing #UNIDOResultsYouCanSee

Happening Now: Thematic Track Session 4.1, Green Hydrogen for Industrial Decarbonization UNIDO is co organizing the session together with ADB at the Asia Clean Energy Forum 2024.

Happening Now: Pre- Forum Event: Role of Pilot Demonstrations to Accelerate Clean Energy Transitions hosted by UNIDO at the ADB’s Asia Clean Energy Forum 2024.

UNIDO: Forging an Inclusive and Resilient Future for Filipino MSMEs 🌍✨ Discover how UNIDO is championing the empowerment of MSMEs worldwide! 🌟Through a range of impactful initiatives, UNIDO is actively supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in unlocking their full potential: 🚀 Capacity building: Equipping entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge they need through tailored training programs in entrepreneurship, business management, technology transfer, and financial literacy. 💰 Access to finance: Breaking down financial barriers by developing innovative financial instruments such as microfinance, venture capital, and credit guarantee schemes. We're also facilitating connections between MSMEs and financial institutions to ensure easier access to funding. 🔬 Technology transfer: Bridging the gap between traditional practices and modern innovation by assisting MSMEs in adopting cutting-edge technologies. Through strategic partnerships with universities, research institutions, and private sector companies, we're driving productivity and competitiveness. 🤝 Business linkages: Strengthening connections within supply chains and fostering collaboration through the development of clusters and networks of MSMEs. By enhancing market access and competitiveness, we're paving the way for sustainable growth. 📜 Policy advocacy: Advocating for MSME-friendly policies and regulations at national and regional levels. We provide governments with valuable policy advice and support the development of strategies that prioritize MSME development. #EmpowerMSMEs #UNIDOPH #UNIDOResultsYouSee #ProgressByInnovation