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A district heating project taps the help of private sector companies to promote higher energy efficiency and lower emissions.
In Kazakhstan, infection among workers at a road upgrading project was avoided because good occupational safety and health measures were in place.
Tailored development approaches are the key to improving livelihoods and resilience in small islands states and countries affected by fragility or conflict.
Nuku'alofa, the capital of Tonga, is transforming into a resilient, disaster-ready urban center designed to withstand the impacts of climate change.
Challenges include creating an enabling environment, national and sectoral planning, multiyear assessment of fiscal risks, and gaps in project preparation.
Coordination between environment, social and economic targets, and sufficient data to monitor progress, are required to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals in Viet Nam.
Tackling undernutrition in children under 5 years of age requires political will, resources, and a focus on results.
Stronger institutions and policies can help broaden the coverage and benefits of social protection spending.
Invest in innovative and bankable projects to support healthy oceans and resilient, sustainable blue economy sectors.
This working paper recommends structuring electric vehicle policies around three principles: focus, optimization, and incentives.