We will take a few case studies to illustrate how we translate the principles of sustainable development into our work.

more information on the projects:

• Sustainable Water Supply in Benin
  In Benin the inadequate supply of drinking water is endangering the lives of men, women and children. Along with the local authorities, GTZ has developed suitable strategies for ensuring a sustainable water supply for the population, as well as improving sewage and sanitation facilities.
  Benin: More than building wells
• German-Tunisian Environment Protection Programme
  Sustainable development means ensuring that the environment is protected, even when economic growth is strong, so that future generation can benefit. In Tunisia, GTZ is working with the authorities to ensure sensitive and sustainable environment management.
  Tunisia: An Example for Africa in the Environmental Sector
• Clean Energy for Uganda
  In Uganda, only three percent of the rural population are connected to a local electricity grid. Use of modern electrical appliances is therefore very restricted. This has dire consequences in relation to food preparation – entire forests are cleared for fuelwood, and women and children suffer from the concentration of smoke which builds up in the huts from traditional cooking.
  Uganda: Solar power for cooking