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A policy action plan for Myanmar provides a step-by-step guide on how to stimulate private sector development.
Built in 256 BC, the Dujiangyan system harnesses the power of nature to irrigate farmlands and prevent floods in the People’s Republic of China.
Installing wire-rope barriers to separate opposing lanes of traffic can reduce fatal road accidents by 95%.
Strengthen power systems against climate and other risks to minimize damage to infrastructure, disruption of service, and economic loss.
A better understanding of environmental standards—their differences and implications—can help developing countries better safeguard the environment.
A digital ledger of transactions can help authenticate and ensure the trustworthiness of data.
Warning systems and other measures will help save lives, protect biodiversity, and reduce rail service disruptions.
Policies should promote the growth and sustainability of social enterprises without making them dependent on state support.
A large-scale, grid-connected battery energy storage system will help Pakistan regulate its power supply and integrate renewable energy into the grid.
Regional cooperation and improved data practices can help address the challenge of plastic pollution more effectively.