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Built in 256 BC, the Dujiangyan system harnesses the power of nature to irrigate farmlands and prevent floods in the People’s Republic of China.
Production potential can be achieved through small-scale irrigation systems powered by a community-driven process.
Singapore halted demolition of an old industrial building within a high-tech business park and repurposed it into a vibrant start-up cluster.
Design projects with high economic impact and share dividends with investors and communities through hometown investment funds, land trusts, and other instruments.
In climate-vulnerable communities in Fiji and Mongolia, capacity-building activities support women’s participation in the green economy.
Secondary cities in Asia, Africa, and Latin America have an opportunity to avoid gridlocked growth patterns and to integrate sustainable energy and transport solutions.
The global call to accelerate low carbon transition has significant implications for long-term value creation, particularly for funds fueled by oil revenues.
Public-private partnerships can help make clean technologies for turning waste into energy accessible to cities.
Improved integration of disaster risk data, social registries, and delivery systems can strengthen crisis response.
Residents in Thimphu contributed part of their land for urban infrastructure and services to support the growth of their city.