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Nepal took a whole-of-government approach in developing an effective and efficient system of expenditure reporting by local governments.
Meaningful CSO engagement is central to improving the inclusivity, accountability, and sustainability of water projects.
The region needs to increase resource efficiency, diversify economies, and enhance cooperation to bolster adaptation and mitigation efforts.
Crises like a pandemic underscore the importance of alternative sources of high-quality and timely data in developing effective measures.
A data-driven “smart” system can help water utilities to reduce losses from unaccounted-for-water more efficiently and improve service delivery.
Earth observation data can help farmers increase crop yields and save water at the same time.
The SARS outbreak in 2003 provides insights on how we can mitigate the health and economic impact of COVID-19.
Tax reforms aimed at a 10% reduction in smoking prevalence could reduce the population of smokers by 38.7 million and prevent 11.6 million premature deaths.
Granular socioeconomic data assists digital nomads make informed decisions about their destinations and helps policymakers address disparities and foster growth.
Sustainable hydropower project balances energy needs with tribal rights, cultural preservation, and inclusive livelihood restoration.