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Disaster risk insurance can help countries in Asia and the Pacific to minimize losses from natural hazards.

Economic incentives push producers and consumers to use resources more efficiently and reduce environmental costs as well as spur innovative practices.

Seoul established a quasi-public bus system, restructured routes, created median lanes, built transfer centers, and integrated its fare system to improve service.

In easing the debt burden of economically vulnerable groups, measures should be taken to prevent creditor resistance and moral hazard among borrowers.

Shaded rest, clean water, and cooling systems safeguard workers from extreme heat while boosting productivity.

Idling of motor vehicles during wintertime generates greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants, but engine block heaters can lessen the negative impact on the environment.

Cities can use AI and satellite imagery for rapid data collection to prevent illegal structures and ensure sustainable urban planning.

Less developed countries can take advantage of increased talent flows in the region in expanding their “brain network.”

Urban cooling with nature-based solutions requires integrated planning, equitable access, community input, and local adaptation for fair, effective results.

Innovative and sustained support for Grameen-style lending expanded financial services for underserved groups, including women.