To reduce wastewater discharges and pollution loads in the Niger River Basin through a systematic and integrated approach in partnership with the private industrial sector.
The overall objective of this UNDP-UNEP-GEF project is to support the concept of integrated water resources management (IWRM) for the benefit of communities and ecosystem resilience.
The TEST methodology offers companies the opportunity to increase productivity by consuming less raw materials, water and energy.
Past Events
Beneficiary Industries
The Test Niger program covers 9 countries in the Niger basin. Discover the companies involved in the process of greening their industrial facilities.
TEST Methodology
Toolbox
The TEST methodology is based on the adoption and transfer of environmental technologies. The steps for implementing the TEST methodology in the pilot companies follow the learning cycle, also known as the Deming scheme in accordance with ISO standards (plan – do – check – act)
OUR FOUR PILLARS
The optimal deployment of the TEST NIGER programme is based on four pillars guaranteeing the efficiency of the process.
How The Test Methodology Works
The TEST approach uses traditional “single improvement” or “audit” approaches to support the green transition of industries.
News And Events
UNIDO TEST-Methodology Continues Making Sustainability Impact on Niger Basin Industry
Project TEST-Niger continues making impact and transforming industry in Niger Basin by building capacities and raising awareness of sustainable and resource efficient industrial practices. Within the framework of the ‘Science Days’ at the University of Nangui Abrogoua (JS-UNA 2023) on November 22-23, UNIDO-trained TEST-Expert Dr. Gnagne Agness Essoh Jean Eudes
Unlocking Sustainable Success: GEF-funded TEST Niger’s Environmental Impact Spans Borders
Douala, Cameroon – October 17, 2023 Legacy Beyond Boundaries The heart of the event was an unveiling of remarkable accomplishments from the TEST Niger project, which had a laser focus on engaging the industrial sector in transboundary water management across the nine riparian nations of the Niger River Basin. Dr.
Water Stewardship in the Niger River Basin is Everyone’s Business
Abidjan – On May 12, 2023, UNIDO, in partnership with the Niger Basin Authority (NBA), technical experts and pilot industries from the Niger River Basin, gathered for an important regional event to share and disseminate results and experiences of the Project TEST-Niger. Titled “Transferring Environmentally Sound Technologies to Industry in
