Lessons Learnt from International Workshops on the Applications of Best Available Techniques (BAT) in Viet Nam and India

This report consolidates findings from two key engagements: capacity-building workshops held in Hanoi, Viet Nam, involving the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE), and with the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat/India. Both workshops focused on the development and implementation of Best Available Techniques (BAT) and BAT Reference Documents (BREFs), exploring their status, associated challenges and actionable solutions. The insights gained offer a comparative perspective on advancing industrial pollution prevention and control across Iron-steel, textiles and paper-pulp sectors and inform ongoing OECD work areas.