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Gender bonds can scale up women’s access to finance and promote gender equality at the same time.
Embracing technology for financial service delivery benefits both women-led enterprises and financial institutions.
On Indonesia’s remote Sumba Island, poorer households can pay for solar home systems with goods or services instead of cash.
Shaded rest, clean water, and cooling systems safeguard workers from extreme heat while boosting productivity.
Improving access to water and sanitation requires not just investing in infrastructure but also policies that ensure the sustainability of services.
Nuku'alofa, the capital of Tonga, is transforming into a resilient, disaster-ready urban center designed to withstand the impacts of climate change.
Sustainable hydropower project balances energy needs with tribal rights, cultural preservation, and inclusive livelihood restoration.
Make it easier and profitable for commercial operators to develop shipping routes to remote areas.
Broaden the tax base, increase taxation on capital income, and strengthen all core functions of tax administration for improved compliance.
A new diagnostic tool can strengthen public institutions, where services are delivered and where corruption and inefficiency often emerge.