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Myanmar’s second largest city tackles the challenges of improving and privatizing waste management.
One of the most populous cities in the Philippines examines ways to make its waste collection system financially sustainable.
Leverage blue bonds, PPPs, and blended finance to direct capital toward nature-based and policy-driven solutions that safeguard river ecosystems.
The Seoul Metropolitan Government provides market analysis, such as consumption patterns and purchasing power, to help small entrepreneurs succeed.
A national program promotes forest conservation and protection while creating sustainable livelihoods for communities.
Project interventions evolved to create a virtuous cycle in water services, using performance-based contracts, participatory planning, behavioral change campaigns, and institutional reforms.
Inclusive business models can effectively reduce inequality, helping vulnerable low-income earners get out of poverty.
Policy responses to population aging should promote economic growth, higher productivity, and higher income for workers.
Resilient health systems, early warning tools, and community safeguards can reduce chronic heat risks and protect vulnerable populations.
Innovative lending practices can convert energy efficiency into high rates of return for companies.