Earth Observation for Sustainable Development Webinars Read more about Earth Observation for Sustainable Development Webinars Earth Observation for Sustainable Development (EO4SD) is an initiative of the European Space Agency that aims to increase the uptake of satellite-based environmental information in international financial institutions. It will follow a systematic, user-driven approach in order to meet longer-term, strategic geospatial information needs in the individual developing countries, as well as international and regional development organizations.
360-Degree City Scan Read more about 360-Degree City Scan Tractebel, an international consulting firm headquartered in Brussels, discussed their 360-degree city scan, a holistic methodology that can be used to assess cities. This session also featured the company’s other services complementing the value chain of an urban development project, from master plans and conceptual design to detailed design and execution.
The Second WePOWER Partnership Forum Read more about The Second WePOWER Partnership Forum ADB's South Asia Regional Department, in collaboration with the World Bank’s South Asia Energy and Social Development Units and Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP), organized the Second Partnership Forum of the Women in Power Sector Professional Network in South Asia– WePOWER – to support workforce participation of women in energy projects and institutions, and promote normative change regarding women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.
Book Launch: Infrastructure Financing in Asia Read more about Book Launch: Infrastructure Financing in Asia
Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2019 Update Read more about Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2019 Update ADB launched the Asian Development Outlook 2019 Update: Fostering Growth and Inclusion in Asia's Cities, an update to its flagship economic publication, the Asian Development Outlook 2019 (ADO). The ADO provides a comprehensive analysis of macroeconomic issues in developing Asia, including economic growth projections and prospects by country and region.
10th Regional Conference: Preventing and Combating Corruption in Infrastructure Projects in Asia-Pacific Read more about 10th Regional Conference: Preventing and Combating Corruption in Infrastructure Projects in Asia-Pacific
Waterless Flush Toilet for Rapidly Growing Urban Centers Read more about Waterless Flush Toilet for Rapidly Growing Urban Centers Loowatt COO Mary Roach and business development manager Ursula Braun discussed the company's patented flush toilet system that requires no water, and yet is hygienic and odorless in capturing waste for value-generating treatment. The system uses a plug-and-play processing equipment that allows utilities a source of feedstock for diverse waste-to-value streams, including anaerobic digestion (waste-to-energy) and nutrient recovery. Recent implementations include partnerships with local utilities in Laguna (Philippines) and Antananarivo (Madagascar).
Addressing Issues of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Project Design Read more about Addressing Issues of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion in Project Design Urban planning and infrastructure investments continue to be socially and gender neutral, not accounting for gender disparities and socioeconomic inequalities. This session explored how to address gender equality and social inclusion in project designs by featuring ADB sector specialists and Oxfam’s Caroline Ashley.
Towards ASEAN 4.0: ASEAN Digital Innovation Program Read more about Towards ASEAN 4.0: ASEAN Digital Innovation Program Youth, who account for more than 33% of ASEAN’s population, undoubtedly play a key role in bringing the region closer to its aspirations as outlined in the ASEAN Community blueprints. However, 24% of ASEAN youths are not in education, employment or training. ASEAN Digital Innovation is an initiative by Microsoft and ASEAN foundation that bring up a blended-learning model for young people in 8 countries to upgrade their digital skills including coding, data science, artificial intelligence to be ready for the Future of Work in ASEAN.
Indonesian Urban Sanitation Group Meeting Read more about Indonesian Urban Sanitation Group Meeting The Urban Sanitation Joint Government/Partners Group meeting aimed to share experiences and lessons learned from Indonesia and other countries on approaches to raise awareness, create demand, and change behavior to enhance access to sanitation in Indonesia. Below are learning materials as shared during the Urban Sanitation Group meeting held on 18 September at the ADB resident mission in Jakarta.