Uganda, Feb. 28 -- A green economy is defined as low carbon, resource efficient and socially inclusive. Over the past decade, the concept of the Green Economy has emerged as a strategic priority for many governments.

In a green economy, growth in employment and income are driven by public and private investment into such economic activities, infrastructure and assets that allow reduced carbon emissions and pollution, enhanced energy and resource efficiency, and prevention of the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services.

Speaking during the 2023 Economic Mkutano on February 23, the State minister for Trade, Mr David Bahati said for the Uganda to realise a sustainable green economy, all factories/industries should be built in the indus...