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Curitiba, Brazil pioneered the use of bus rapid transit and paved the way for other countries in Latin America and around the world.
Carbon taxes and emission trading systems can help countries mobilize fiscal resources while enabling green economic recovery from COVID-19.
Statisticians use satellite images of Earth’s night lights to measure social and economic activity.
With the help of digital technology, faster and larger amounts of aid can reach those affected by disasters.
Artificial intelligence enables rapid analysis of satellite images to assess damage and priority areas.
A Finnish startup is giving everyone everywhere access to mobile learning tools to close the education gap caused by technology.
In Maldives, community participation played a key role in the recovery of affected communities after the 2004 tsunami.
AI is disrupting the social sector, enhancing the way basic services are delivered to the public.
The experience of a water utility in Manila shows that dividing a large network into smaller zones improves leak detection and distribution efficiency.
In Sri Lanka, the rural water sector has benefited from the active role of women in management and operations.