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Empowered women in Bangladesh are taking the lead in bringing much needed urban improvements.
A regional approach to food policy driven by business and public interests can better protect consumers and suppliers in both domestic and export markets, support scaling up of production, and facilitate market access and Greater Mekong Subregion product branding and marketing.
Using resource-saving technology, new rice varieties, and intercropping of vegetables improve yields and income in Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Nepal.
Guangzhou's Donghaochong Greenway is one of the best examples in the People's Republic of China for improving public space and mobility in a highly populated city.
Water tariff reforms coupled with personnel training, social contracts, and technology updates can make water utilities more efficient.
Integrating renewable energy features with architecture can help property developers save a lot of money over time.
Policymakers should focus on long-term strategic plans such as zoning of territories based on potential water sources when designing water and sanitation solutions for communities.
In the People’s Republic of China, a study shows pension income in rural areas improves economic independence and health of older people.
Replacing dispersed coal burning with centralized district heating can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption.
Southeast Asia is home to some of the most climate change-vulnerable countries in the world. It is imperative that ASEAN benefits from COP24.