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60+ years: Development Consulting & Engineering

A GLOBAL NETWORK, BUILT FOR IMPACT

SHAPING A BETTER TOMORROW

For 60 years, GOPA has been a trusted partner in international development, delivering high-impact solutions across sectors and regions. With deep technical expertise, a strong in-country presence, and a commitment to collaboration, we bridge global insights with local action—driving progress where it’s needed most.

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Advancing energy sustainability in complex environments

Energy sector transition in the Balkans and Black Sea region
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Water Wise: Integrating urban and rural water management

Resilience in the context of urban and rural development
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Building resilient communities

Interview with GOPA Senior Consultant Salvador Rodriguez
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GOPA'S GLOBAL REACH

GOPA's global reach includes local expertise in 40+ countries. GOPA operates with headquarters, regional hubs, country offices, and project locations worldwide. 

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SECTORS

As the world’s challenges become increasingly interconnected, there is a growing demand for collaboration across different disciplines and regions.

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ENERGY

POWERING A BETTER TOMORROW
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INFRASTRUCTURE

BUILDING A BETTER TOMORROW
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Agriculture

SOWING THE SEEDS FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
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Climate, Natural Resources & Environment

SHAPING OUR PLANET FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
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Economic Development and Finance

SHAPING GROWTH AND PROSPERITY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
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Communication

SHAPING IDEAS FOR POSITIVE CHANGE
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Social Development

SHAPING HEALTHY FUTURES
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Governance

SHAPING A TRANSPARENT TOMORROW
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Justice and Legal Reform

SHAPING YOUR RIGHTS FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
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Peace and Security

SHAPING A SAFER AND PEACEFUL TOMORROW
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Data and Evidence

DATA-DRIVEN FUTURE
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Empowering Communities

SHAPING PARTICIPATION FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
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Your sustainability partner for international cooperation and global development.

GOPA At-a-Glance

 1000

Full-time Staff

900

Current projects

285

Annual Turnover

1965

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PROJECTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Discover how GOPA is making a global impact — explore our featured projects driving meaningful change

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Climate, Natural Resources & Environment
Data and Evidence
Economic development and Finance
Energy
Governance
Empowering Communities with Green People's Energy: Impact and Insights from GBE

The "Green People's Energy (Grüne Bürgerenergie, GBE)" programme has been a significant contributor to Sustainable Development Goal 7.1, aiming to provide access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. Focused on nine African countries, the programme promoted decentralised ...
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Governance
Helpdesk and Facility for the Territorial Approach to Local Development (TALD)

The TALD project provided expert support to DG INTPA, including staff in EU Delegations and headquarters, to integrate local authority issues into EU-funded programs. It aimed to strengthen the role of local authorities in development efforts by aligning bilateral, regional ...
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Peace and Security
Enhancing Preparedness and Response: Mitigating CBRN Risks Through Exercises and Training

The CBRN Table Top & Field Exercises, Simulations, and Training (TEST) project aims to improve preparedness, detection, response, and mitigation against risks related to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) materials and agents in 61 partner countries. By building capacity ...
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Data and Evidence
Economic development and Finance
Governance
Strengthening Monitoring Capabilities: Training for Results-Oriented Monitoring (ROM) at GIZ

The training program in Results-Oriented Monitoring (ROM) is designed to enhance the capacity of GIZ's internal staff worldwide to implement and manage ROM systems effectively. The initiative combines practical application with theoretical concepts to improve participants' analytical skills and their ...
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