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In the People's Republic of China, a project is saving enough energy to match the equivalent of building a 107-megawatt power plant.
With foreign aid assistance, the mobilization of nongovernment organizations, the community, and other key stakeholders, the government of the Republic of Korea was able to implement policies for a successful country-wide reforestation program.
The program tackles housing instability among young people by offering affordable public rental units and financial support, enhancing their economic independence.
De-risking investments in high-impact, green technologies enabled the large-scale demonstration of energy-efficient production and emission reduction retrofits.
The government implemented a communication plan, expanded bike roads, and improved user convenience to increase bicycle usage as a public transport alternative.
A study of nighttime luminosity in Sri Lanka shows an uptake of local economic activities in areas connected by a large-scale road project.
The technology credit rating system was integrated into loan application evaluations of technologically innovative SMEs.
Mobilizing private capital for the water sector requires a strong regulatory environment, sound risk management, and financial sustainability.
Jobs, education and skills development are needed to help elderly people lead a more stable life and contribute to the economy.
Meaningful involvement and leadership of young women and girls in nature-based solutions-related projects enhances sustainability of interventions.