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Green Growth Country Assessment for FYR Macedonia

Core Content

This document presents a comprehensive green growth country assessment for FYR Macedonia, focusing on environmental performance, economic development, climate change impacts, and policy recommendations. The report is structured around 12 chapters and includes methodologies, findings, and recommendations for each of the nine key sectors and issues involved in the green growth strategy. The assessment highlights the importance of addressing inefficiencies, promoting sustainable resource use, and implementing policies that support climate resilience and green growth.

Main Viewpoints

• Green Growth Definition: Green growth is defined as growth that is efficient in natural resource use, clean in minimizing pollution, and resilient in accounting for environmental hazards and capital.
• Climate Vulnerability: FYR Macedonia is vulnerable to climate change, particularly in terms of water scarcity, agricultural productivity, and infrastructure resilience.
• Economic Alignment with EU: The country is moving towards European Union alignment, which requires greater attention to environmental issues.
• Green Scenarios: The report outlines two main scenarios: "Green" and "Super Green," with the latter requiring higher investment for greater environmental benefits.
• Policy Interventions: A range of policy interventions, including energy efficiency, water conservation, and urban planning, are recommended to support green growth.

Key Information

Environmental Performance

• FYR Macedonia has a high emissions intensity but limited total emissions due to its small size.
• The energy sector is the top emitter, with heavy reliance on lignite and oil.
• Air pollution is worse than the EU average, with significant health impacts in major cities.
• Water withdrawal levels create moderate water stress, and the agricultural sector is the largest water consumer.

Climate Change Impacts

• Climate change is projected to make FYR Macedonia hotter and drier, affecting water availability and agricultural output.
• Adaptation efforts can lead to increased revenue and improved irrigation efficiency.
• The impact of climate change on GDP is estimated at 0.6 percent in the baseline scenario.

Economic Development

• Productivity growth and capital investment will be major drivers of long-term economic growth.
• The economy is expected to shift from agriculture to services, although agriculture will remain a significant part of the output.
• Green growth policies are projected to dampen GDP in the short term but boost it in the long run.

Sector-Specific Findings

Recommendations

The report provides actionable recommendations across the nine sectors:

1. Water Sector:

   • Improve pricing and regulation of groundwater.
   • Rehabilitate and maintain existing water infrastructure.
   • Implement green investments to increase efficiency.

2. Agriculture:

   • Promote climate-smart practices and improve productivity.
   • Increase government spending on agriculture.
   • Enhance resilience to climate change through adaptation measures.

3. Energy Sector:

   • Shift from lignite and oil to gas and improve energy efficiency.
   • Implement cost-effective abatement measures.
   • Develop a sustainable power supply mix.

4. Transport Sector:

   • Limit emissions growth through green policies.
   • Improve urban traffic management systems.
   • Increase public transport usage and reduce reliance on private vehicles.

5. Urban Development:

   • Encourage compact urban development to reduce emissions.
   • Improve urban transport networks and equipment.
   • Enhance waste management and reduce non-revenue water.

6. Infrastructure Adaptation:

   • Invest in climate-resilient infrastructure.
   • Adapt infrastructure to changing climate conditions.
   • Ensure long-term planning for infrastructure projects.

7. Air Pollution:

   • Reduce emissions from key sources such as metallurgy, electricity production, and household wood burning.
   • Implement policies to improve air quality and reduce health impacts.
   • Focus on reducing PM10 and PM2.5 levels to meet EU standards.

8. Social Inclusion:

   • Address regional disparities in living standards and employment.
   • Ensure green growth benefits all sectors of society.
   • Promote inclusive policies and participatory approaches.

9. Public Investment:

   • Invest in green growth initiatives, with a focus on energy efficiency and sustainable practices.
   • Use the Green Growth Knowledge Platform for policy support.
   • Implement a range of green measures with varying costs and benefits.

Conclusion

The report emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to green growth, combining short-term efficiency improvements with long-term sustainability goals. It highlights the importance of policy coherence, public-private partnerships, and continuous updating of environmental models and data to support informed decision-making. The recommendations are tailored to FYR Macedonia's specific context and aim to ensure that the country can achieve green growth while maintaining economic competitiveness and social equity.