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Nature-based solutions offer multiple co-benefits and are implementable at community scale.
Ganzhou’s ancient Fushougou system offers a model of integrated, nature-based flood management for modern communities.
Shaded rest, clean water, and cooling systems safeguard workers from extreme heat while boosting productivity.
Performance-informed public spending links budgets to results, fostering trust, building resilience, and promoting inclusive growth in the Philippines.
Farmers are managing seasonal floods and droughts better, thanks to a modern irrigation system, flood-proof road, and disaster risk control measures.
System dynamics modeling can help decision-makers design smarter, data-driven policies for circular development.
Safer infrastructure and robust post-crash care can save lives, prevent long-term disabilities, and support recovery.
Aligning strategies, incentives, and activities can drive lasting, sector-wide change.
Government can partner with telcos and educators and use multiple channels of existing infrastructure to reach as many children as possible.
In climate-vulnerable communities in Fiji and Mongolia, capacity-building activities support women’s participation in the green economy.