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Crises like a pandemic underscore the importance of alternative sources of high-quality and timely data in developing effective measures.
India should create city-level economic visions, integrate master planning with economic goals, and ensure that a business-friendly regulatory environment extends to local levels.
Regional cooperation and improved data practices can help address the challenge of plastic pollution more effectively.
Early and strong action mitigates health impact, while recovery measures focus on the long term.
A smart, distributed district energy system uses multiple clean energy sources and real-time demand response technology to cut emissions and save energy.
Developing efficient institutions and technical capacity building can strengthen regional cooperation and integration in Central Asia.
Despite welcome progress on universal access to electricity, the transition to renewable energy is faltering at a time when multiple shocks are hitting Asia and the Pacific hard.
There is a need for globally coordinated standards and principles that allow room for countries to adapt their policies.
A series of reviews or "gateway" assessments by an independent agency helps ensure proper preparation and implementation of infrastructure projects.
Efforts focused on revegetation, grazing ban, hydrological connection, and community engagement to restore the wetland ecosystems, boost carbon sequestration, and improve livelihood.