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This piece discusses how central banks can take the lead in addressing climate-related risks in the finance sector.
Adopt a full lifecycle approach to plastic management, backed by strong enforcement and circular economy solutions.
Creating a mortgage refinancing company is critical to building a stable residential housing market.
The Islamic Development Bank shares its experience in microfinance and group value chain financing to improve access to credit in rural areas.
Using resource-saving technology, new rice varieties, and intercropping of vegetables improve yields and income in Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Nepal.
Lessons from the Republic of Korea’s basic skills guarantee policy show how adaptive testing and guidance can ensure learning continuity amid COVID-19.
WASH investments through piped water, improved drainage, and waste management can help curb water-related disease risks and boost climate resilience for refugees and host communities.
Establish an internal risk management system, implement concrete strategies, enhance governance structure, and strengthen information disclosure.
Empowered women in Bangladesh are taking the lead in bringing much needed urban improvements.
Entry points for interventions include increasing access to quality seeds and materials, enhancing value chains, and promoting best practices through regional projects.