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Find out why Guangzhou Bus Rapid Transit, Asia's first gold-standard BRT, performs better than most metro systems in the world.
A smart, distributed district energy system uses multiple clean energy sources and real-time demand response technology to cut emissions and save energy.
In the Greater Mekong Subregion, environmental assessment for livestock value chains projects helps avoid, minimize, and mitigate environmental, health, and safety risks.
Act early, act together, and act wisely—so AI amplifies human aspiration rather than undermines social cohesion and development.
Effective plastic waste management in Southeast Asia depends on strong data governance frameworks that are practical, inclusive, and enforceable.
Proven solutions include digitizing paperwork, integrating databases, using smart cards and digital payments, and transmitting emergency assistance via mobile phones.
Countries can meet goals for climate change and the planned global plastics treaty through investments, technologies, and financing with co-benefits.
Turkmenistan is adopting international food safety standards to safeguard public health and to boost the trade of agro-food products.
Why does meaningful youth engagement matter in promoting young women’s economic empowerment, and how do we promote this in our work?
Transport emissions are the shared outcome of global production and consumption—demanding accountability across sectors and regions.