COVID-19 and greening the economies of Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia
As in many countries, the economies of Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia
(EECCA) have been negatively affected by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Their governments
responded by addressing the health impacts and providing relief to affected businesses
and workers. Many EECCA countries have also implemented measures that will help advance
environmental objectives as part of their rescue and recovery plans. Nevertheless,
much more needs to be done to ensure that recovery plans accelerate a green transition,
thereby building resilience against external shocks. This policy paper analyses measures
related to COVID-19 in 11 EECCA countries based on their potential to advance the
transition to a greener, climate-resilient and low-carbon economy. Recommendations
suggest ways to ensure that governments align efforts to support economic recovery
with their objectives on climate change, biodiversity and wider environmental protection.
Published on February 17, 2021Also available in: Russian
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