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An Industrial Pollution Projection System (IPPS) has been used in the Greater Mekong Subregion to help countries identify current and future pollution risks.
Many transport projects include specific measures to prevent HIV/AIDS among migrant construction workers.
Governments need the right mix of policies and projects to reap the benefits of urban growth.
Among the investments supported by the Afghanistan Business Innovation Fund were businesses that targeted women as workers, producers, and consumers.
In Pakistan, basmati rice farmers are adopting direct seeding technology to improve farm efficiency and yield.
Innovative lending practices can convert energy efficiency into high rates of return for companies.
A project in Indonesia opens livelihood opportunities for women and encourages their participation in community development.
This nature-based solution can help cities become more livable, reduce the risk of flooding, and transform urban spaces into vibrant centers for the community.
Microfinance anchored on civil society organizations is a promising model in banking the unbanked.
Tablet devices and smartphones can be used to improve learning in public schools by providing real-time data on performance of teachers and students.