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A new book identifies ways to stimulate Asian economic growth through a shift from traditional industrial policies to indigenous innovation.
River infrastructure projects must consider natural flows in project planning to save aquatic ecosystems and downstream communities.
To preserve lives and revive the economy, countries need to plan ahead to secure sufficient supplies of the future COVID-19 vaccine.
Transporting passengers and cargo over navigable rivers and canals reduces road and rail congestion, road crashes, pollution, emissions, and energy consumption.
The Sri Lanka Southern Transport Development Project offers lessons in implementing large infrastructure projects involving multiple development partners and affecting many people and communities.
In the Solomon Islands, the approach combined short-term actions with low potential for future regret with long-term options for future climate conditions.
Ganzhou’s ancient Fushougou system offers a model of integrated, nature-based flood management for modern communities.
WASH investments through piped water, improved drainage, and waste management can help curb water-related disease risks and boost climate resilience for refugees and host communities.
A project assessed the threats facing the Meghna River and worked with stakeholders in ensuring the sustainable supply of safe drinking water for the city.
Policy reforms critical to building resilience include revamping teacher training and improving quality, relevance, and inclusion in the education sector.