In Georgia, the PROGRESS project supports the transition towards climate-oriented, resilient, and green economic development by working closely with national ministries, local authorities, businesses, and communities. Activities focus on aligning agricultural and environmental practices with EU standards and the European Green Deal, particularly within the agro-value chains of fruits, berries, and nuts, in particular in the blueberry and almond value chains.

Key areas of work include:

• Policy Support – Assisting national stakeholders in developing evidence-based policies and frameworks that integrate climate resilience, sustainable land management, and biodiversity conservation into economic planning.
• Business Engagement – Implementing demonstration projects with farmers and agribusinesses to introduce climate-smart agricultural practices, resource-efficient processing technologies, and circular economy solutions, with strong potential for replication and scaling.
• Community Awareness – Partnering with local advocacy groups and agencies to promote the benefits of sustainable agro-products and to engage citizens, including female leaders, in the green transition.
• Green Finance – Expanding access to environmentally responsible financial products and services, improving financial literacy, and supporting the preparation of investment proposals for climate-oriented and green projects.
• Regional Cooperation – Facilitating knowledge exchange, peer learning, and capacity building with other Eastern Partnership countries to replicate successful models and enhance the impact of sustainable practices.

Through these efforts, PROGRESS in Georgia works to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, strengthen rural livelihoods, protect biodiversity, and ensure long-term environmental and economic sustainability.