UNIDO Centers and networks utilized for SSTIC:

• The UNIDO Center for South-South Industrial Cooperation
• UNIDO Field Offices
• The International Center on Small Hydro Power
• The Resource Efficient and Cleaner Production Network
• The Climate Technology Centre and Network
• The Global Network of Regional Sustainable Energy Centers
• The UNIDO of Investment and Technology Promotion Offices

These centers and networks play a vital role in bolstering technological advancement and knowledge exchange among developing countries. They operate as dynamic hubs that serve multiple purposes, such as enhancing the capacity for technology promotion and transfer within these nations. Additionally, they provide a valuable platform for partners to source technology and suppliers from the developing world, thereby fostering international collaboration. Moreover, these entities actively contribute to human capacity development by focusing on the growth of industrial skills, entrepreneurship, and the ability to absorb technology effectively. Furthermore, they work diligently to strengthen the capabilities of enterprises and local institutions, both at regional and national levels. Importantly, they promote mutual recognition of testing certificates, product standards, and quality schemes among developing countries, facilitating smoother trade and cooperation. Lastly, these centers and networks are instrumental in promoting knowledge management and exchange among various stakeholders, further facilitating technological progress and development in these regions.