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In the Philippines, solutions that respect river dynamics and ecosystem functions were adopted to keep vulnerable communities safe from natural hazards.
Ecosystem-based adaptation solutions can reduce vulnerability and build resilience of urban areas to climate change.
Asia can gain from the longevity dividend by tapping emerging technologies to promote an age-friendly workplace.
AI and digital innovation can help extend working lives, strengthen pensions, and build more resilient systems for the aging population.
Fiscal incentives and producer responsibility can make safe recycling the norm—protecting millions from toxic exposure.
Start resilience projects with people-centered, evidence-based planning, combining infrastructure, community engagement, and adaptive learning.
Patent and public procurement systems can help promote productivity-led growth by improving technology diffusion and supporting innovative solutions.
Experience from two projects shows digital tools for database management help ensure a fair and transparent process and efficient resource allocation.
In Mongolia, community revolving funds helped poor households develop tourism goods and services aligned with biodiversity conservation.
Improve water supply, sanitation, and solid waste management to strengthen resilience to vector-borne diseases.