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Act early, act together, and act wisely—so AI amplifies human aspiration rather than undermines social cohesion and development.
A climate-resilient, participatory capacity-building program empowers local agencies and enhances water security in Nusantara, Indonesia.
The Kochi Water Metro is an example of how inland waterway transport can not only improve commuting but also contribute to climate goals.
Five critical reforms can bolster global health systems against pandemics, climate change, and emerging infectious disease threats.
Local governments need a combination of strategic policy reforms and capacity building to effectively perform disaster risk reduction and management functions.
Improved integration of disaster risk data, social registries, and delivery systems can strengthen crisis response.
Size the BESS correctly, list the performance requirements in the tender document, and develop operational guidelines and pricing policy.
Shaded rest, clean water, and cooling systems safeguard workers from extreme heat while boosting productivity.
Strategies include smart enforcement, presumptive taxes, digital tools, sector-specific reforms, and incentives tied to formalization benefits.
LOCA demonstrates how frontier markets can promote green urban mobility through local innovation and sustainable transport solutions.