12. Responsible Consumption and Production

Sustainable e-commerce

Technology and Communications
Internet Media and Services

Expected Impact

This IOA will work towards building uninterrupted and digitalized supply chains for sustainable products and generate income for SMEs that are adversely affected by COVID-19.

Indicative Return
20% – 25%

Investment Timeframe
Short Term (0–5 years)

Market Size
Less than USD 50 million

Sustainable dyeing and washing technologies

Consumer Goods
Apparel and Textiles

Expected Impact

This IOA will reduce water consumption and promote energy-efficiency in the textile industry.

Indicative Return
15% – 20%

Investment Timeframe
Short Term (0–5 years)

Market Size
More than USD 1 billion

Increasing the Accessibility of Licensed Warehouses

Food and Beverage
Food and Beverage Retail

Expected Impact

Investments in storage and warehousing will reduce food waste in the agricultural supply chain and work towards reducing the fluctuation of food prices.

Indicative Return
15% – 20%

Investment Timeframe
Medium Term (5–10 years)

Market Size

Recovery Facilities for Solid Waste

Infrastructure
Waste Management

Expected Impact

The IOA can reduce pollution stemming from the dumping of non-biodegradable and toxic waste into landfills.

Indicative Return
20% – 25%

Investment Timeframe
Medium Term (5–10 years)

Market Size
More than USD 1 billion

Data-Based Infrastructure for Smart Cities

Infrastructure
Utilities

Expected Impact

This IOA will utilize IoT technology and smart meters to enable the real-time monitoring of energy consumption to improve energy and resource efficiency levels.

Indicative Return
10% – 15%

Investment Timeframe
Medium Term (5–10 years)

Market Size
Other