Gaining a Competitive Edge through Eco-Efficiency
NICARAGUA
Environmental sustainability is not only a concern for more developed economies. In Nicaragua, a FOMIN-backed program has worked with a variety of SMEs to incorporate more environmentally sound and eco-efficient practices into their operations. Applying these measures not only benefits the environment, but also helps companies to reduce fixed costs and boost competitiveness.
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Facts and Stats
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The project promotes cleaner production among companies in Nicaragua with both environmental and economic objectives.
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SMEs have benefited from savings equivalent to 4% of net sales, while also reducing their average energy consumption by 7%, water use by 37%, waste generation by 1% and CO2 emissions by 7%.
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71 consultants have been trained and certified in Cleaner Production.
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251 SMEs have received technical assistance related to cleaner production.