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South Commuter Railway: Closing the Distance Between Workers and Jobs

A study shows the planned railway will increase access to more and better jobs in 48 cities and municipalities in Metro Manila and Southern Luzon.

   Philippines; Poverty, Transport, Urban development
   SDG: Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Tracking Economic Gains from a Road Project with Night Lights Data

A study of nighttime luminosity in Sri Lanka shows an uptake of local economic activities in areas connected by a large-scale road project.

   Economics, Transport, Urban development
   SDG: Goal 1: No Poverty, Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Applying Ancient Wisdom to Disaster Risk Mitigation

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.

   China, People's Republic of; Climate change, Environment, Water
   SDG: Goal 2: Zero Hunger, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Goal 13: Climate Action
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From Rumbles to Silence: Strategies for Urban Rail Vibration Management

Balance development and comfort using global standards, Building Information Modelling, vibration monitoring, and resilient track designs.

   Environment, Transport, Urban development
   SDG: Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal 13: Climate Action
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Leading the Way to Green Development of Small and Medium-Sized Cities

Environmentally friendly and climate-resilient solutions help develop green and sustainable small and medium-sized cities in the PRC.

   China, People's Republic of; Environment, Urban development, Water
   SDG: Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
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An Integrated Urban Transport Solution for a Rapidly Growing City

A pilot project helps Xi’an in the People’s Republic of China hurdle mobility and environmental problems through multimodal and smart transport solutions.

   China, People's Republic of; Transport, Urban development
   SDG: Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Analyzing the Role of Resource Governance in the Social Progress of Mining-Dependent Countries

An enabling environment and strong governance lead to better socioeconomic outcomes.

   Indonesia, Mongolia; Agriculture and natural resources, Governance and public sector management, Social development and protection
   SDG: Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being, Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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5 Key Sectors Can Boost Post-Pandemic Recovery in Southeast Asia

A study shows targeting support to tourism, agro-processing, garments, electronics, and digital trade can help ensure strong recovery from COVID-19.

   Agriculture and natural resources, Industry and trade, Information and communications technology
   SDG: Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Understanding the Potential of Informal Waste Recycling in Chennai

Accurate baseline data can guide policy reforms that leverage the informal recycling sector for cost-effective urban waste management.

   India; Environment, Governance and public sector management
   SDG: Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation, Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities