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Two early-stage tech entrepreneurs building a hardware prototype
A small team of entrepreneurs reviewing their business growth plan
IOM × UNIDO JOINT PROGRAMME

Supporting Inclusive Green Transition in Turkiye

About the Programme

Building a Greener Future for Everyone

The Inclusive Green Transition Programme supports a greener and more inclusive economy in Türkiye by strengthening the capacities of MSMEs and clean technology startups while expanding opportunities for migrants, women and youth.

By bringing together innovation, industry and inclusion, the programme aims to ensure that the benefits and opportunities of the green economy are accessible to everyone.

Programme participants collaborating during a workshop session
SDG 13.3
SDG 1.4
SDG 4.4

Inclusive Green Transition

Ensuring that Türkiye's transition to a greener economy creates opportunities for everyone, with a particular focus on migrants, women, and youth.

Greener MSMEs & Startups

Strengthening MSMEs and startups with the skills, mentoring, and practical tools they need to adopt sustainable practices, improve resource efficiency, and accelerate their green transformation.

Migrant Inclusion

Creating pathways for migrants to participate in entrepreneurship and green economic opportunities.

Clean Technology & Innovation

Supporting the development and adoption of clean technologies and innovative solutions that advance resource efficiency, circularity, and sustainable industrial development.

Local Engagement
Across Türkiye
Market Readiness
Mentorships
Global Standards
Accelerator Programmes
Support Tracks
Guides and Tools
Skill Development
For Future Needs
Our Approach

Three Pillars of Transformation

Our integrated approach combines enterprise support, entrepreneurship acceleration, and ecosystem collaboration to expand green opportunities for migrants, women, youth, and local communities in Türkiye.

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Enterprise Development

Greening MSMEs

Supporting micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in adopting greener practices, improving resource efficiency, and building the capacities needed for sustainable growth.

  • Green business skills training
  • Resource-efficient production practices
  • Tailored mentoring and advisory support
  • Pathways to sustainable business growth
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Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Inclusive Startup Support

Helping startups and early-stage entrepreneurs develop clean and inclusive business solutions, with a focus on expanding access for migrants, women, and youth.

  • CleanTech acceleration support
  • Mentoring for business model development
  • Networking and market exposure
  • Inclusive entrepreneurship opportunities
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Partnerships & Enabling Ecosystem

Stronger Support Systems

Building stronger collaboration among institutions, partners, and stakeholders to create a more enabling environment for inclusive entrepreneurship and green economic participation.

  • Multi-stakeholder collaboration
  • Institutional capacity building
  • Knowledge exchange and partnerships
  • Inclusive ecosystem development
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Who We Work With

Who Drives the Transition?

The programme brings together businesses, entrepreneurs, diverse communities, experts, and institutions to make Türkiye's green transition more inclusive and sustainable.

MSMEs

Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to improve their environmental performance, strengthen their competitiveness, and integrate greener practices into their operations.

Green Business Transformation

CleanTech Startups

Startups and entrepreneurial teams developing innovative solutions for energy efficiency, circularity, sustainable production, and other green transition challenges.

Innovation & Acceleration

Migrants, Women & Youth

Individuals whose participation in entrepreneurship and the green economy is strengthened through access to skills, networks, mentoring, and new economic opportunities.

Inclusive Participation

Trainers, Mentors & Experts

Professionals supporting enterprises and entrepreneurs with practical knowledge, technical guidance, business development, and green transformation expertise.

Capacity Building

Institutions & Partners

National and international institutions working together to strengthen the ecosystem for inclusive entrepreneurship, green business development, and sustainable economic transformation.

Partnership for Impact
Learning Hub

Learn. Grow. Get Certified.

Access comprehensive educational materials on green transition, sustainable business, and clean technology. Complete courses, pass assessments, and earn recognized certificates.

Interactive Content

Video lessons, case studies, and hands-on exercises

SCORM Compliant

Standardized learning packages with progress tracking

Quizzes & Assessment

Test your knowledge with module-end assessments

Certificates

Earn verified certificates upon course completion

Create your account to track progress and earn certificates

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Our Partners

Together for an Inclusive Green Transition

Bringing together international expertise, national leadership, and coordinated action to make Türkiye's green transition more inclusive and accessible.

M-MPTF
Funding Partner

M-MPTF

Migration Multi-Partner Trust Fund

Providing the financial framework that enables joint action to advance migration-sensitive and inclusive approaches to Türkiye's green transition.

IOM
Leading UN Agency

IOM

International Organization for Migration

Advancing migrant inclusion by strengthening skills, economic opportunities, and access to sustainable livelihoods within Türkiye's evolving green economy.

UNIDO
Leading UN Agency

UNIDO

United Nations Industrial Development Organization

Leading activities that strengthen MSMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs through green business development, clean technology innovation, training, and acceleration support.

TÜBİTAK
National Partner

TÜBİTAK

Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye

Bringing national expertise in research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and clean technology to support programme implementation and Türkiye's green innovation ecosystem.

UNRCO
Coordination Partner

UNRCO

United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office in Türkiye

Supporting coordination across the UN system and helping align the programme with broader United Nations priorities and sustainable development efforts in Türkiye.

DGILF
Government Partner

DGILF

Directorate General of International Labour Force

Under the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, responsible for registering and supporting migrants in the workforce.

United Nations
European Union
Paris Agreement
Green Climate Fund
Global Environment Facility
TOBB
KAGIDER
Building Markets
Syrian Business Forum
United Nations
European Union
Paris Agreement
Green Climate Fund
Global Environment Facility
TOBB
KAGIDER
Building Markets
Syrian Business Forum