Luca di Mario is an Urban Development Specialist in the South Asia Urban Development and Water Division, ADB. He is currently working on several urban development projects in India and Maldives with a special focus on solid waste management and climate resilience. Prior to joining ADB, he was an independent consultant for several international organizations including the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the International Water Management Institute (IWMI). He has worked across Asia, Africa, and Latin America on preparing and implementing water supply, sanitation, drainage, and solid waste management projects.