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The Republic of Korea is testing drone technology in a variety of applications, including construction, agriculture, health care, and law enforcement.

A livelihood project sets up night markets in border towns of the Greater Mekong Subregion and provides microfinance support to vendors.

A “polluters pay” policy helps Seoul reduce household waste going to the landfill by 90% and waste generated by the city by 40%.

Replacing dispersed coal burning with centralized district heating can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption.

Farmers are managing seasonal floods and droughts better, thanks to a modern irrigation system, flood-proof road, and disaster risk control measures.

Close cooperation between civil groups and authorities is needed to make the streets more walkable and safe for pedestrians.

Using a new cement compound that applies nanoparticles can extend the service life of structures to 200 years or more. 

Inclusive cities acknowledge people with intellectual disabilities and work with them to address their special needs. 

Maneuvering through the web of stakeholder interests, the Republic of Korea institutionalized a service-oriented bus transportation system in Seoul and its satellite cities in surrounding provinces.

Asia’s cities need innovative solutions to manage increasing volumes of waste.