German-Laos partnership to drive Sustainable growth through Green Public Procurement and Eco-Friendly Products
The Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) Outreach project celebrated its achievements in a closing ceremony in Vientiane. Over the last four years, the project focused on the advancement of Green Public Procurement (GPP) to promote eco-friendly products, tackle resource and energy inefficiency as well as the reduction of waste and emissions. Through GPP, Lao PDR is moving towards a greener economy and more responsible procurement in both the public and private sectors. The project also supported the initial stage of developing an eco-labelling scheme known as the "Lao Green Label”, further reinforcing its commitment to environmental sustainability and green growth.
In his welcoming remark, the Deputy Director General of the Department of Planning and Finance, Ministry of Natural Resource and Environment, Mr.Sounadeth Soukchaleun, said “Through the implementation of the Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) Outreach Project, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) has collaborated closely with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce to advance the successful implementation of SCP, in particular Green Public Procurement (GPP) and eco labelling scheme. Over four years of dedicated support, Laos has gained valuable knowledge and experience, drawing not only from Germany but also from other advanced countries such as Thailand, Japan, and Malaysia. This international collaboration has been a key factor in the success of these initiatives.
Dr. Ulf Jaekel, Head of Division "European and International Adaptation to Climate Change", the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV) said in his welcoming address: “Nowadays, climate change and environmental degradation are urgent global challenges, action is needed from all sectors—governments included. Government procurement is a powerful tool in shaping markets and driving sustainability. It accounts for a significant portion of the global economy, covering a wide range of goods and services, from large infrastructure projects to everyday office supplies. With such scale, government purchasing decisions have the potential to influence industries, encourage responsible business practices, and accelerate the shift towards sustainability.
The Government of Lao PDR reaffirms its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by actively promoting eco-friendly goods and services—a fundamental pillar of Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP). This commitment is strongly reflected in the 9th National Socio-Economic Development Plan (2021–2025), the National Green Growth Strategy, SCP Roadmap 2022-2025, and the Green Public Procurement Action Plan 2022-2025, which highlight the country’s dedication to the Sustainable Development Goal Number 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production.
About SCP Outreach Project
Sustainable Consumption and Protection (SCP) Outreach project underscores the importance of ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns as key solutions for improving the efficient use of natural resources while minimizing waste and pollution. It also emphasizes the critical role of standards and consumer information in driving the transformation towards sustainability, It offers significant contributions to achieving the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production.
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