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Climate-smart remodeling and operation of irrigation systems help improve water availability and upland farm productivity in two provinces of Cambodia.
A national program promotes forest conservation and protection while creating sustainable livelihoods for communities.
Building roads for socioeconomic development depends on an efficient O&M system that considers the difficult topology and fiscal issues.
Economic incentives push producers and consumers to use resources more efficiently and reduce environmental costs as well as spur innovative practices.
Setting the criteria for classifying environmentally sound investments can help the Republic of Korea transition to a carbon-neutral economy.
Smart planning and spending improves public services and raises productivity, attracting more private capital and labor and sustaining growth.
Successful adaptation to older population age structures requires a policy focus on measuring and improving the social value of medical care.
In the People’s Republic of China, a study shows pension income in rural areas improves economic independence and health of older people.
Investments should seek to strengthen women’s capacities to anticipate, absorb, and adapt to the impacts of natural hazards and climate change and contribute to sustainable development.
Cities can turn to integrated ICT solutions to better manage the environment, health and safety of their industrial parks and enterprises.