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Simplified EE Savings M&V for Chiller Retrofits

17 June 2019
This presentation discussed a case study that illustrates how a simplified energy efficiency savings M&V was developed for a chiller plant retrofit.

People's Republic of China's ESCO Business Models

17 June 2019
This presentation gave an overview of the current state of energy service companies (ESCOs) in the People's Republic of China, including the drivers for ESCO development, and the role of government. It also outlined new trends in the PRC's ESCO industry.

Impact of Air Pollution on Youth

5 June 2019
In this presentation, William Lucht emphasized the health effects of air pollution on the youth. He also encouraged participants to beat air pollution by suggesting specific actions to incorporate such as proper vehicle maintenance and using public transport.​

Air Quality Improvement in the BTH Region

5 June 2019
In this presentation, Lin Lu outline the PRC's air quality challenges, and what needs to be done to address them. She also shared ADB's approach in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, identifying the issues encountered and the reform approach and presented specific ADB activities in the PRC that…

Applying Circular Economy in Water Supply and Wastewater Management

31 May 2019
Learn how a circular economy can help in maximizing the use and value of water and conserving both natural and financial capital.

Smart Water Utility Training in Macao

29 May 2019
Integrating advanced smart systems in any given project promotes efficiency. This presentation discusses the lessons and insights that ADB staff gained from the week-long training on smart water utility management and innovations in the urban water sector with the Macao Water Utility.

Smart Water Management: A Case in Rajasthan, India

29 May 2019
Since year 2000, ADB has supported Rajasthan with US$1 billion in loans for projects on improving urban services, including water supply, which benefitted about 10 million residents of various cities in the state. These projects also focus on policy reforms, institutional and governance improvement…

Integrity Perils of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies

28 May 2019
Advances in blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies are gaining significant attention across the development sector, but they may open new avenues for integrity risks and corruption. SDCC and OAI are promoting a balance between the hype and the future potential of these solutions versus the…

ALL-IN-ONE Full Stack Solution

27 May 2019
Christian Sanz and Darren Hsieh of Skycatch gave a presentation on high-precision drone technology that uses an autonomous drone to capture images of a job site to create high-precision 3D models. This can produce 3D point clouds, 2D orthomosaics, contour maps, and digital surface models. The…

STEM Integration in K-12 Education

26 May 2019
STEM Integration in K-12 Education examines current efforts to connect the STEM disciplines in K-12 education. This report identifies and characterizes existing approaches to integrated STEM education, both in formal and after- and out-of-school settings. The report reviews the evidence for the…