About UN ECE
UNECE's major aim is to promote pan-European economic integration. UNECE includes 56 member States in Europe, North America and Asia. However, all interested United Nations member States may participate in the work of UNECE. Over 70 international professional organizations and other non-governmental organizations take part in UNECE activities.Activities by UN ECE
Policy Briefs series on AI-enhanced PPPs and infrastructure projects for the SDGs: Potential and limitations
Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States Not ApplicableThis policy briefs series explores the opportunities and challenges that AI poses to Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and infrastructure throughout the project lifecycle. It highlights the potential for AI to lower transaction costs for governments and streamline PPP processes, while also discussing the legal, ethical, and technical risks involved. The series will be complemented by webinars and podcasts.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/ExchangeToolkit on Digital Transformation for People-Oriented Cities and Communities
Global Not ApplicableA comprehensive guide designed to help cities and communities leverage digital technologies for sustainable development. The toolkit, developed with 13 UN entities, provides practical strategies and tools through 12 modules covering topics from governance to smart manufacturing.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyDevelopment of an Open AI-enabled BOT Platform for UNECE
Global United StatesThe Development of an Open AI-enabled BOT Platform for the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) project was a collaborative effort conducted between UNICC and Cornell University Break Through Tech Capstone participants from 2024. The project aims to develop an AI-driven BOT platform powered by Large Language Models (LLMs) designed to assist policymakers, research students, and other stakeholders in efficiently querying and extracting relevant knowledge and insights from the extensive UNECE PDF documentation and library. This platform will help stakeholders quickly access critical information needed to make informed decisions, particularly in the areas of sustainable energy and climate change.
Activity Type AI Tools/SolutionsResearch/Reports/AssessmentsDevelopment of national case studies on digitalization in energy
Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States AustraliaCanadaGermanyIrelandLithuaniaRepublic of MoldovaRussian FederationUnited Arab EmiratesThe Task Force on Digitalization in Energy developed national case studies to raise awareness of UNECE member States about how digitalization can enhance energy system performance. The publication focuses on the governance frameworks necessary to effectively manage digital transformations in energy and concludes with a set of recommendations.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/Exchange