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A study of four Southeast Asian markets examines how digital financial solutions can play a key role in closing gaps in financial inclusion.
The formula: installing energy efficient lighting systems in government offices and parks, distributing fluorescent lamps nationwide, and establishing a green labeling system for buildings.
Rehabilitating natural systems with green infrastructure is key to building sustainability and resilience to climate change in urban areas.
In the People's Republic of China, a project is saving enough energy to match the equivalent of building a 107-megawatt power plant.
How local governments in the Philippines are successfully forging multi-million dollar public-private partnership deals.
An electricity trading project between Indonesia and Malaysia is lowering power costs, raising revenue and cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
How technology is used in and outside the classroom to improve access to education
Asia's rapid urbanization requires the balanced and holistic development of second-tier cities and towns to release pressure from congested megacities.
Long-term planning for the comprehensive integration of ICT in education systems is critical for its success and sustainability.
To avoid large economic losses from climate change, Southeast Asia can lead the way in global climate action by shifting towards a low-carbon economy.