Just transition to a green economy – The Philippines

In line with the overall objectives of the Agenda 2030, the transition to environmentally-sustainable economies presents many opportunities to achieve social objectives: it has the potential to be a new engine of growth, both in advanced and developing economies and a net generator of decent, green jobs that can contribute significantly to poverty eradication and social inclusion. In the context of this project, the ILO will support countries in applying the just transition guidelines - as adopted by the ILO Governing Body in November 2015. The Guidelines are both a policy framework and a practical tool to help countries at all levels of development manage the transition to low-carbon economies. Thus, the objective is (i) to support countries in their strive to create employment, ensure social well-being and protect natural resource and (ii) build a tested intervention model and best practice examples for other countries wishing to follow the just transition guidelines and adopt green jobs strategies that enhance economic and social inclusion while addressing climate change and implementing low-emission development strategies.

Project symbol

PHL/16/51/SWE

Admin unit

CO-Manila

Start date

11/04/2016

End date

31/03/2018

Total allocation

147290

Total expenditure

Status

Closed

142673

Development Partners

Sweden, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency

Country/Countries

Global

Outcomes

Promoting sustainable enterprises