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In Sri Lanka, the rural water sector has benefited from the active role of women in management and operations.
High upfront costs and lack of incentives impede fuel efficiency initiatives in road freight in the Greater Mekong Subregion.
In the Republic of Korea, K-water offers smart solutions for managing limited water resources to supply increasing demand in cities.
Efforts of the People's Republic of China to achieve environmentally balanced growth through eco-compensation have important global ramifications.
In the PRC, the successful restoration of the Ma’anshan and Zhihui mining pits showcases innovative business models.
Korean engineers develop a structural monitoring and measurement system that can manage multiple cable bridges in Southeast Asia.
A data-driven “smart” system can help water utilities to reduce losses from unaccounted-for-water more efficiently and improve service delivery.
Various financial schemes have been developed to cover some of the risks of loss and damage associated with climate change impacts.
Policy reforms critical to building resilience include revamping teacher training and improving quality, relevance, and inclusion in the education sector.
Experts endorse 10 principles for risk mitigation, which include evacuation plans for medical and quarantine facilities and areas under lockdown.