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Italian-led glacier research and conservation in Pakistan's Karakoram region highlight a model for transboundary environmental conservation.
In the People’s Republic of China, rehabilitation of the Simao River took an ecological and green development path and was integrated into city plans.
Among the remedial measures are boosting revenue generation, striving for expenditure efficiency, and unburdening liabilities.
Keeping a city safe from flood and waterborne diseases requires a holistic approach to water resources management.
Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.
Mobilizing private capital for the water sector requires a strong regulatory environment, sound risk management, and financial sustainability.
Cities can turn to integrated ICT solutions to better manage the environment, health and safety of their industrial parks and enterprises.
E-payment gateways and streamlined customs clearance processes can promote regional collaboration and economic growth in digital trade.
Water utilities in many cities in the People’s Republic of China may have achieved high level of cost recovery because of increased tariffs.
Within a week of installing environmental nudges, handwashing with soap among students rose to 61% from 15%.