Introduction
Climate change isn’t just a global issue — it’s a business issue. For Nigerian industries, rising energy costs, resource scarcity, and environmental risk are real challenges. However, with the GEF-UNIDO IEE & RECP Project, industries are being equipped to lead the climate charge rather than lag.
Sustainable Industry = Competitive Advantage
When factories use energy more efficiently and adopt cleaner production practices, they don’t just reduce greenhouse gas emissions — they lower operational costs and improve product quality. These savings increase margins, helping businesses reinvest or compete more aggressively in both local and export markets.
Real Gains Through Cleaner Production
Resource Efficient Cleaner Production (RECP) helps companies minimize waste, reduce water usage, and optimize materials. This means fewer raw materials wasted, less cost tied up in by-products, and less environmental liability over time. For a country like Nigeria, where regulation is tightening and ESG (environment, social, governance) performance is increasingly important, RECP is more than green — it’s strategic.
The Role of GEF & UNIDO
Through global backing from GEF and technical leadership from UNIDO, the project is positioned to deliver high-impact results. GEF funding helps mitigate the financial risk for early adopters, while UNIDO brings world-class capacity and technical know-how to Nigerian industrial players.
What It Means for Policy & Businesses
For policymakers: this project shows what is possible when industrial growth aligns with climate goals.
For business leaders: this is an opportunity to future-proof operations, increase resilience, and lead on sustainability.
For investors: this is a way to back companies that are not only profitable but also socially and environmentally responsible.
Call to Action
If your company is ready to take the next step, let us help you assess your resource efficiency, conduct an energy audit, or develop a business case for cleaner production interventions. Visit our PMU to learn more.
