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Energy master planning is key to preparing bankable projects that improve municipal heating, lower costs, and help achieve environmental goals.
In Sri Lanka, the rural water sector has benefited from the active role of women in management and operations.
The government implemented a communication plan, expanded bike roads, and improved user convenience to increase bicycle usage as a public transport alternative.
BWRIS and AWS are helping farmers and planners use every drop wisely in Pakistan’s most arid and water-scarce province.
Less developed countries can take advantage of increased talent flows in the region in expanding their “brain network.”
Risk reduction, retention, and transfer are risk management approaches that can be used to address loss and damage associated with climate change impacts.
Tech startups in agriculture, education, environment, and health have high potential for social impact but need a supportive ecosystem to thrive.
Well-designed and participatory eco-compensation schemes with proper technical assistance can help small farmers in some of the poorest and most ecologically sensitive areas in the People’s Republic of China.
Innovative reforms can play a role in helping tax systems to contribute to improved social protection and reduced inequality in Asia and the Pacific.
Banks need to update their business models as competition from fintechs disrupts the supply chain finance market.