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A financing scheme using Internet of Things gives tricycle drivers access to credit without collateral and promotes discipline in loan repayments.
A pilot project in the Philippines gives livelihood support and coaching to poor households, which helped them cope better with the COVID-19 crisis.
India’s Rajasthan Urban Infrastructure Development Project offers practical operational lessons and best practices for forging more livable cities.
Circular practices, such as extending a product’s useful life or recycling waste into products, can yield environmental as well as economic benefits.
A smart management system can improve supply and lower cost with its efficient detection and management of water leaks and overflow.
Artificial intelligence enables rapid analysis of satellite images to assess damage and priority areas.
Cities can use AI and satellite imagery for rapid data collection to prevent illegal structures and ensure sustainable urban planning.
Leveraging technological innovations can help overcome growth constraints and increase agriculture’s economic contribution.
Policy challenges include the shift in financial intermediation away from traditional banks toward digital finance providers.
An evaluation of possible project impacts helps preserve culturally and environmentally important sites and protect nearby communities.