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In Nepal, a participatory and consensus-based approach proved critical in changing people’s ‘not in my backyard’ attitude toward a municipal project.
Strengthening the environmental policy framework can lead to comprehensive and inclusive efforts to address air pollution.
Easing the pension burden in Sri Lanka demands structural reforms and a transition to a contributory model.
In Nepal, a project looked at how biochar can improve soil health and crop yields and reduce the importation of carbon-intensive farm inputs.
Tajikistan combined irrigation system repairs with agriculture policy reforms to increase food security and farm productivity.
In the People’s Republic of China, a leasing program is helping reduce pollution by putting more low-cost, efficient, and clean buses on the road.
The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the need for creative strategies in conducting an off-site compliance review.
Participatory conservation and ecotourism can help maintain biodiversity while promoting sustainable livelihoods for local communities.
Climate-smart remodeling and operation of irrigation systems help improve water availability and upland farm productivity in two provinces of Cambodia.
Strategies for making electric vehicles a sustainable solution include a phased implementation starting with e-buses in Dushanbe and climate finance.