Testing the Waters: Bringing Micro-Hydropower Closer to Communities A pilot project in the Philippines will demonstrate how irrigation canals can be used in producing clean and reliable energy off the grid.
How to Strengthen Project Design Quality and Readiness Creating project readiness checklists and certification programs on procurement, financial management, and safeguards will help ensure effective project implementation.
Green Policies for Post-COVID-19 Economic Recovery in Southeast Asia Green finance can provide the fiscal firepower to manage the impact of the crisis and steer economies toward resource-efficient and low-carbon growth.
Improving Public Service Delivery through Rural Centers The Republic of Korea is revitalizing rural centers to improve the quality of life in rural areas.
Strengthening Municipal Capacity for Public–Private Partnerships in Waste Management In Kaysone Phomvihane, Lao PDR, good O&M contract management and community support will ensure the sustainability of a new sanitary landfill facility.
How Indonesia can Transition to a Circular Economy Through 5 Key Sectors Wholesale and retail trade, textiles, construction, electronics, and food and beverage show high circularity potential.
How to Minimize Losses from Pandemics Proactive government policies and strong institutions help reduce the human and economic costs of COVID-19.
Subsidizing Ecofriendly Practices in E-Waste Recycling in the People's Republic of China Electronics manufacturers are held accountable for the full life cycle of their products but receive incentives for proper disposal.
Beyond the Pandemic: Building Back a Better Water Sector Accelerating universal access to water and sanitation is critical to preventing and managing future health crises.
Achieving Urban Resilience Calls for Business Unusual Cities in Asia and the Pacific need to scale up investments in resilient infrastructure amid increasing climate and disaster risks.