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A comprehensive grievance redress mechanism used a wide range of tools, institutions, and approaches to resolve project complaints and mitigate potential issues.
Lanzhou, in the People’s Republic of China, has the world's first bus rapid transit with a split station design allowing buses in the same direction to stop on both sides of the platform, easing travel time.
This study examines the impediments and gaps that hinder the growth of regional trade and ways to reverse declining trade efficiency.
A digital application has helped reduce marine plastic leakage by improving municipal solid waste collection.
Social protection spending and coverage are increasing, yet some countries continue to favor the nonpoor over the poor, and men over women.
A dual-purpose energy model enabled farmers to irrigate crops and earn additional income by supplying surplus electricity to the grid.
Better data, customer-informed product design, and stronger internal accountability can help financial institutions expand access to finance for women entrepreneurs.
Digital health passports, mobile health, and integrated services can provide better care for migrant populations in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
Youth-focused programs and digital tools are creating accessible, effective pathways to mental well-being.
Modernizing farming methods, establishing greenhouse farms, and improving post-harvest management can mitigate the adverse effects of climate change and enhance food security.