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As a way forward for coastal cities, this article explores the potential of system of systems approaches for integrated planning and management of coastal assets using nature-based solutions that engage communities.
Singapore is making buildings and living and work spaces accessible to all.
A study of Singapore’s Little India helps to develop a practical approach to preserving and enhancing the livability of historic ethnic districts.
Nature-based solutions offer multiple co-benefits and are implementable at community scale.
In Indonesia, a rating system encourages companies to step up efforts in controlling water pollution.
Efforts to provide rural infrastructure and sanitation facilities can be opportunities for gender mainstreaming.
A Korean firm develops a low-maintenance flowmeter that can measure a wide variation of sewage flow rates to improve efficiency and prevent flooding.
In Ulaanbaatar, an integrated approach to urban planning has helped connect isolated ger districts to basic services.
Sorsogon City in the Philippines is investigating options for upgrading its open dumpsites to a properly managed landfill.
Mainstream gender inclusion and climate resilience into infrastructure development to improve quality of life and meet sustainability goals.