Mongolia

PAGE work in Mongolia commenced in 2013, with its first action to support the conception of the National Green Development Policy, which set clear goals to support the country’s green economy transition. PAGE began the phase-out process in Mongolia in 2018, accompanied by the development of a comprehensive sustainability plan to safeguard the progress made over the five-year engagement. A number of key achievements were counted during that time, including: the integration of Inclusive Green Economy (IGE) goals and targets into national economic and development planning; sectoral and thematic reforms in green buildings and construction, green finance, waste management and sustainable procurement; and strengthened institutional capacity of government institutions, the media, universities, research institutes and businesses.

Mongolia remains closely tied to the partnership as an alumni country, sharing lessons learned and best practices to help replicate its achievements on a global scale, specifically in the area of sustainable finance. The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in significant economic and social impacts for Mongolia and, in this context additional support for green recovery, enabled PAGE to remain engaged in the country. PAGE green recovery support is focused on informing energy subsidy reform and promoting economic diversification through a new eco-tourism scheme, in line with the priorities of the Government Action Plan for 2020-2024.

The partnership in Mongolia has contributed to progress towards SDG 4 (Quality Education), 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), 13 (Climate Action), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).