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Lanzhou, in the People’s Republic of China, has the world's first bus rapid transit with a split station design allowing buses in the same direction to stop on both sides of the platform, easing travel time.
Asia needs to mobilize private capital to bankroll its transition to an environmentally sustainable future.
The SARS outbreak in 2003 provides insights on how we can mitigate the health and economic impact of COVID-19.
Timor-Leste can give its coffee industry a push by tapping into the niche market of high-quality, premium coffee.
Wholesale and retail trade, textiles, construction, electronics, and food and beverage show high circularity potential.
Strategies for making electric vehicles a sustainable solution include a phased implementation starting with e-buses in Dushanbe and climate finance.
Youth involvement can be improved in the areas of green jobs and green skills, climate advocacy, and Just Transition.
The story of a science professor turned entrepreneur shows skills and education were critical in growing from a micro to a medium-sized business.
Using resource-saving technology, new rice varieties, and intercropping of vegetables improve yields and income in Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Nepal.
A project in Bangladesh used behavior change communication as a large-scale health care intervention to help women and poor households access health care.