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Denmark, Norway and Sweden contribute via UNDP to Moldova’s Energy Vulnerability Reduction Fund

The Scandinavian countries - Denmark, Norway, and Sweden - are contributing to Moldova's Energy Vulnerability Reduction Fund (EVRF), through agreements with the…

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Another batch of smart meters to be installed for 18,000 consumers with support from Italy and UNDP

The third batch of 18.000 smart meters and associated equipment for the development of advanced metering infrastructure has been delivered. The pilot smart…

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International Women's Day 2025. For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment - 8 March 2025

In 2025, the world marks the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action – the most comprehensive and visionary agenda for realizing…

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Call for the selection of 5 community groups engaged in voluntary amalgamation that will benefit from support to enhance climate resilience

Sweden, Norway, and UNDP will support five community groups involved in the voluntary amalgamation process that seek to strengthen their resilience to climate…

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Moldova will advance efforts in promoting environmental education in schools with support from the European Union and UNDP

Over 200 teachers, students, educational material authors, and public authorities gathered on March 4, 2025, for a conference to discuss the future of education…

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Our Mission

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works in nearly 170 countries and territories, including the Republic of Moldova, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. UNDP is present in the country since 1992, covering two-thirds of the communities, including Găgăuzia region and left bank of Nistru.

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Moldova's Energy Sandbox: a safe environment for innovation and new solutions

Moldova is the first country in the Central and Eastern Europe to adopt an Energy Sandbox, in search for its energy market niche.

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Sunshine in every home: a solar collector becomes number 1 ally for lower bills

A home-grown innovation developed and tested with support from the EU Confidence Building Measures Programme implemented by UNDP could significantly reduce the…

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A family from Slobozia Mare has returned home and opened an eco-tourist guesthouse, providing unique services in the south of the country

The Neagu family emigrated from Moldova in search of a better future. In Romania, they found work and settled. But it was the pandemic that trapped them in an…

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Marina Tabuncic
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Women in green businesses

Seven women, each with their own unique story, united by the same determination to turn their dreams into reality and bring change to their communities.

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Afacere gastronomică în sudul țării. O familie din Slobozia Mare prepară „kavarma” din carne de oi
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Gastronomic business in the south of the country. A family from Slobozia Mare makes "kavarma" from sheep meat

Ten years ago, the Bratus started a gastronomic business in the village of Slobozia Mare, Cahul district. They are producers of kavarma - a traditional salami…

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Analytical report. Analysis of Multidimensional Poverty in the Republic of Moldova in 2022

The document presents a comprehensive analysis of the various ways in which poverty impacts the Moldovan population across four key dimensions: health, education, living standards, and employment, detailed through 11 specific indicators.

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Study of plastic waste in the Republic of Moldova

This study is the first at national level and includes an extensive analysis of the current situation and priority areas of action to reduce plastic waste pollution, considering the increased vulnerability of the Republic of Moldova to the consequences of plastic pollution.

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Digital horizon: Moldova’s youth on the digital future they want to see, in their own words

The following study centres on young people’s outlook on digital transformation in Moldova and seeks to understand the digital needs and challenges which they encounter, as well as their grassroots vision for a better digital future.

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Assessment of the crime and justice statistics of the Republic of Moldova

The assessment aimed to review the current situation in the area of crime and justice statistics, focusing on the authorities involved in data collection, on their role and institutional capacity, on data and mechanisms, on existing systems.

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Moldova: overview

2.51

million

population

31.1

%

people living below the national poverty line

44.1

%

total employment rate

22.28

%

renewables in final energy consumption

0.763

HDI

Human Development Index

41

%

Parliamentary seats held by women

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