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Shifting waste responsibility to producers is a powerful approach for reducing plastic waste and fostering a circular economy.
Residents in Thimphu contributed part of their land for urban infrastructure and services to support the growth of their city.
Disbursing against results, rather than upfront expenditures, helps improve the effectiveness and efficiency of government-owned sector programs and promote good practices.
Seoul established a quasi-public bus system, restructured routes, created median lanes, built transfer centers, and integrated its fare system to improve service.
The widespread adoption of water-saving technologies, such as alternate wetting and drying, is crucial to ensure the long-term sustainability of Pakistan's rice sector.
Implementation of a health and safety plan based on international best practices can protect workers and communities from COVID-19 infection.
A project in the Republic of Korea formed small firms into training consortiums to enhance their workers’ skills and improve overall productivity.
Transporting passengers and cargo over navigable rivers and canals reduces road and rail congestion, road crashes, pollution, emissions, and energy consumption.
Gender-targeted strategies are needed to improve health care for women under India’s universal medical insurance program.
Developing regional value chains will promote trade and unlock the region’s unrealized economy.