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Project interventions evolved to create a virtuous cycle in water services, using performance-based contracts, participatory planning, behavioral change campaigns, and institutional reforms.
Surveyed developing member countries have priorities aligned with the environmental dimensions of the Sustainable Development Goals but need to take steps to overcome barriers and achieve their targets.
Lessons from Indonesia show young entrepreneurs need mentorship and training, business services and facilities, and post-incubation assistance.
Plans, policies, projects, and partnerships should deliver concurrently on these imperatives: access to renewables, energy efficiency, and coal phaseout.
Among the remedial measures are boosting revenue generation, striving for expenditure efficiency, and unburdening liabilities.
Strong policies, targeted incentives, and early charging investment can accelerate electric vehicle adoption and support a cleaner transport system.
Precision farming, AI-powered pest detection, and drone-based imaging empower farmers to optimize resources and improve yields.
A project in Georgia shows how cities can take practical steps to improve inclusive mobility and access to transport services.
Design a framework that minimizes extra-contractual renegotiations and upholds prudence and transparency.
It is time to revisit urban strategies and revise the urbanization process and practices to build back better post-pandemic cities.