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Among the investments supported by the Afghanistan Business Innovation Fund were businesses that targeted women as workers, producers, and consumers.
AI is disrupting the social sector, enhancing the way basic services are delivered to the public.
One of the most populous cities in the Philippines examines ways to make its waste collection system financially sustainable.
Smart planning and spending improves public services and raises productivity, attracting more private capital and labor and sustaining growth.
Update curricula to offer more green-focused programs, leverage R&D on new technologies, and commercialize green-tech start-ups.
Access to information, evidence, and policy development help identify situations and monitor the effects of policy interventions.
The formula: installing energy efficient lighting systems in government offices and parks, distributing fluorescent lamps nationwide, and establishing a green labeling system for buildings.
The Kochi Water Metro is an example of how inland waterway transport can not only improve commuting but also contribute to climate goals.
Modernized facilities and customs reform cut the passage time by over 50% at the busy border crossing in Uzbekistan.
With the help of digital technology, faster and larger amounts of aid can reach those affected by disasters.