Green Economy

Trade is an underutilized tool in climate action. Better aligning trade policies with environmental and climate goals is key to creating better opportunities for all.

From analyzing the ups and downs of global trade and investment to measuring progress on the Sustainable Development Goals, these are the most-read UNCTAD stories of the year.

The South Asian nation requires urgent investment and international support to strengthen key economic sectors and enhance their climate resilience.

UNCTAD's Youth Network will advocate the declaration's recommendations at various forums, including this year’s UN climate conference (COP28).

An UNCTAD-Thailand partnership empowers women researchers and entrepreneurs in developing countries to spearhead efforts towards greener, more inclusive economies.

The two organizations will train women researchers and entrepreneurs on how to harness the power of science, technology and innovation to drive more sustainable and inclusive growth.

A new UNCTAD report calls on governments and the global community to ensure consistency across international agreements on trade, intellectual property and climate change to close the green tech gap.

An UNCTAD project is harnessing the power of bees to help women improve their livelihoods while creating sustainable opportunities in rural communities in the southern African nation.

More aid for trade support could help small farmers and businesses in developing countries to comply with the sustainability standards required to access growing "green" markets.

UNCTAD's green export reviews have helped 10 nations shift trade strategies towards more eco-friendly products.