Sustainable Industrialization Knowledge Source

The Sustainable Industrialization Knowledge Source is a centralized resource to support reducing emissions across hard-to-abate manufacturing sectors while advancing sustainable development in emerging markets. The Source brings together tools, research, and insights that help companies scale innovative financing solutions, align with global standards, deploy high-impact emissions-reduction technologies, and strengthen the enabling ecosystems required for industrialization that creates jobs and protects the environment.

Creating  Markets and Jobs

The Sustainable Industrialization Knowledge Source is part of IFC’s work to build sustainable markets and supply chains that prioritize environmental responsibility while unlocking economic opportunities. By fostering the growth of more efficient and greener industries, companies and countries can reduce emissions and create new jobs in clean technology and sustainable industries. The impact is broad. Workers, communities, and economies all benefit.

Technical Expertise for Lasting Impact

IFC brings cutting-edge knowledge and advisory services to deliver effective solutions, and help industries and governments navigate the complexities of decarbonization for stronger industrialization.

Program and Tools

IFC Cement Decarbonization Tool

Building on its $7.1 billion cumulative cement industry investment portfolio, IFC has developed a tool to help cement manufacturers in emerging economies transition to a greener and more sustainable future.

Clean Hydrogen

Green hydrogen can cut emissions in hard-to-abate sectors like fertilizers, steel, and transport. IFC supports projects which use green technology to achieve global net zero goals.

Resources: Steel

Resources: Cement

Resources: Chemicals and Fertilizers

Resources: Light Manufacturing

Last updated: December 2025