COWI combines multi-disciplinary state-of-the-art advisory services adapted to specific requirements. We support development partners in participatory processes and capacity building in pursuit of holistic solutions. We create an enabling environment for sustainable development, by enhancing opportunities for all involved.
COWI offers services for a changing world
COWI provides assistance to international and bilateral development agencies, governmental institutions, NGOs, the private sector and other stakeholders in:
- Governance and social development
- Economic development and trade
- Water sector development
- Environmental assistance
- Urban development
- Rural development
- Training and process facilitation
COWI’s experienced staff provide global services
Our greatest resource is our experienced staff. We are a total of about 250 development professionals, covering a broad range of expertise including socio-economists, anthropologists, human rights specialists, lawyers, educators and trainers, environmentalists, biologists, road and water engineers, foresters, geologists, planners, economists, and institutional planners. We work with projects, programmes and studies in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, and offer services in English, Spanish and French. Our services cover all aspects of the programme and project cycles, as well as aid management, sector studies and policy advice.
