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In the Republic of Korea, there is a need for a consolidated database to provide timely market information on self-employed workers by region and business sector.
Investing in energy transition may enable the textile sector to access markets that require lower-carbon supply chains.
Regional cooperation and integration efforts on marine life conservation can be improved through strengthened governance and financial sustainability.
Seoul’s innovative solution in blending modernization with cultural preservation successfully transformed the Bukchon hanok area.
Combining materials processed in a single treatment plant offers cost savings and private sector opportunities in sanitation services.
Entry points for interventions include increasing access to quality seeds and materials, enhancing value chains, and promoting best practices through regional projects.
A startup offers a closed-loop solution for the large volumes of plastic waste generated by the construction and buildings sector.
In Nepal, a project looked at how biochar can improve soil health and crop yields and reduce the importation of carbon-intensive farm inputs.
Accurate baseline data can guide policy reforms that leverage the informal recycling sector for cost-effective urban waste management.
Child-led research in Nepal reveals rising online risks, urging stronger protection, mental health support, and child-friendly digital policies.