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Lao PDR Vulnerability Assessment and Resilience Strategy

28 April 2021
This presentation discussed the importance of stakeholder engagement in undertaking vulnerability assessment and resilience strategies based on a case study from Lao PDR. T

How Renewables Can Optimize WaterEnergyFood Tradeoffs in the Mekong Basin

20 June 2019
Through deepening solar, wind, and biomass contributions to power mixes in the countries of the Mekong Basin and rethinking how hydropower and cross-border power trade are positioned to meet regional power demand needs, it is possible to achieve a low impact, low carbon, and low cost energy…

Enhancing Power Sector Resilience in the Lao PDR Assessing Vulnerabilities and Planning for Resilience

18 June 2019
The Lao PDR recognizes the vital role that the power sector plays in powering economic development and to becoming a regional power exporter. A resilient power sector could withstand, respond to, and recover rapidly from the impacts of natural (both climate and non-climate), technological, or human…

Advancing Health Impact Assessment in Lao PDR

1 May 2019
Lao PDR has been an early and successful adopter of Health Impact Assessment (HIA). The presenter showcased recent HIA policy and practice achievements in the country under ADB stewardship and priorities for further improvement.

HIA Case Studies and Transboundary Health Issues

1 May 2019
This presentation showcases Health Impact Assessments (HIAs) undertaken as part of pilot projects from key infrastructure sectors in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), including urban development, transport, energy, water, and social development. Challenges, priorities, and key issues arising are…

Nam Theun 2 Has the ADB Learned the Lessons

5 May 2017
ADB supported Nam Theun 2 Hydropower Project in Lao PDR as it is seen to help reduce poverty incidence in the area. Issues have been raised by certain groups, particularly on the alleged failure to restore livelihoods and provide long-term gains to the residents. This presentation looks into the…

Nam Theun 2 Hydroelectric Project

31 March 2016
The Nam Theun 2 (NT2) Hydroelectric Power Project in the Lao People’s Democratric Republic (Lao PDR) is considered by then deputy prime minister Somsavat Lengsavad as the most powerful in Lao PDR, and a worldwide model of social and environmental responsibility. As previous chair of the NT2…