Learn the “why” and “how” of using clean energy to improve green buildings. The demand side of ADB’s investment in energy efficiency, and the drivers as well as the barriers in green building development are discussed. The ADB Headquarters is featured as a sample project.

This presentation lists down the goals in achieving sustainable solid waste management. It examines the enormous task of siting waste disposal sites. An overall strategic approach to waste siting is suggested. 

A solid waste management (SWM) baseline survey was undertaken in 2012 to (i) derive systematic and comprehensive data and information on SWM in Nepal; (ii) compare Nepal’s SWM status with other countries; and (iii) identify challenges and policy recommendations. Results of the survey, which the presentation shares, were subsequently published.

Treatment and disposal methods were major deficiencies in the solid waste management of India’s Mumbai City. Creating a comprehensive solution that addresses the management of wastes in the long term is needed. A detailed study commenced in July 2005 to develop an integrated treatment and disposal plan for Mumbai. 

Adoption of solid waste (SW) management practices is urgently needed in Southeast Asia. Effective SW management can provide economic benefits, especially with waste-to-energy methods. Different SW management approaches, however, should be selected depending on the stage of development in a particular region. 

Read about NGK Insulators, Ltd. in Japan. Examine the structure and features of NAS’ battery energy storage system. Learn about the brand’s battery installations around the world and various applications of the system.

Countries are becoming increasingly aware of the need for improved disaster risk management (DRM) practices. Urban DRM measures, however, are planned and implemented in a piecemeal manner. With the existence of apparent linkages, the need to recognize that land management plays a major role in urban DRM surfaces.

This presentation, highlighting the use of a resilience perspective, demonstrates how the challenges of urbanization create a new vulnerability context. It also suggests things to take note of when considering the task of building resilience.

Japan's Yokohama City has a grand masterplan that would address challenges related to rapid growth and urbanization. This presentation covers Yokohama's urban development framework and highlights the city's six pillar projects. It also examines the transformation of the city’s urban space in the last two decades. The city’s future challenges and how it shares its best practices are discussed.

Explore how green cities bridge urban planning and environmental management. Read about the Green Cities Initiative of ADB’s Southeast Asia Urban Development and Water Division, and how it builds infrastructure and community resilience. Understand the project’s implementation challenges and way forward.