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Building roads for socioeconomic development depends on an efficient O&M system that considers the difficult topology and fiscal issues.
The Asian Development Bank examines prospects to ramp up efforts for greater utilization of demand-side energy efficiency in Asia and the Pacific.
Recovery interventions should provide not only economic stimulus but also address climate and disaster risk to ensure that gains are sustained.
In the People’s Republic of China, biogas plants supply electricity to livestock farms using their wastes and produce organic fertilizer for eco-farming.
Patent and public procurement systems can help promote productivity-led growth by improving technology diffusion and supporting innovative solutions.
Develop e-learning resources, curricula that include ‘soft skills,’ and education infrastructure to improve learning in Asia and the Pacific.
A new climate-proofed system introduced surface water as the main source of water to conserve diminishing groundwater and reduced saltwater intrusion.
Enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of small businesses requires sustained reforms that include digitalization and innovation.
Initiatives should start by focusing on building awareness on the importance of oceans and coastal habitat.
Ecosystem-based adaptation solutions can reduce vulnerability and build resilience of urban areas to climate change.