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22 January 2016
This material contains the final report of ADB's Knowledge Partnership Week 2015.
This report summarizes the highlights of the week, which aimed to promote innovation in the Bank’s operations by strengthening knowledge partnerships with crucial stakeholders. The event allowed ADB to promote…
21 January 2016
Financing is more than just finding the money for investment and operations of the irrigation and drainage sector. It can be a powerful agent of reform provided a sustainable financing system is in place. This document suggests conditions for creating greater financial sustainability of Asia’s…
21 January 2016
Asia faces the daunting prospect of continuously having to cope with population growth, urbanization, and water insecurity, among other serious issues. Innovation and new technology across multiple sectors are vital to scaling up different approaches in meeting various challenges from the region.
21 January 2016
The struggle for more efficient irrigation financing remains a challenge both in the public and private sectors. Stakeholders need to work together to find sustainable solutions for long-term gains toward improved financing that will deliver the desired results.
21 January 2016
India is on the threshold of a solar revolution. Solar-powered irrigation pumps can either be a challenge or solution to the groundwater crisis in the country, depending on how it is promoted among farmers. This presentation explores the rise of solar energy and its potential to transform India’s…
21 January 2016
Producing more food using less water is possible with the use of modern and innovative technology. This video focuses on how remote sensing and satellite technology can be used to improve crop water productivity and irrigation systems planning.
20 January 2016
The International Water Management Institute emphasizes productive and sustainable water management as a business case for the planet, focusing on solutions that cut across sectors. While the challenges are varied and dynamic, there are equally extensive solutions that can be put in place.
20 January 2016
This presentation shares the vision for water and food security in Asia and the Pacific by 2030. Making investments and providing an enabling environment for farmers, civil society, and the private sector in a number of key action areas will contribute to the attainment of this vision.
20 January 2016
To address climate change as currently the biggest challenge faced by farmers, Akay Flavours & Aromatics has conceptualized solutions to increase climate resilience, improve irrigation, and provide youth training. Efficient usage of fresh water, according to the company, is the key to food…
20 January 2016
A paradigm change is needed to address Asia’s food-water-energy challenges. This presentation explains the role of evaluation on the development process as an intrinsic part in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It also shares insights on key evaluation lessons and provides…