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Shanghai Houtan Park Landscape as a Living System

19 May 2015
Houtan Park in the City of Shanghai, People’s Republic of China, demonstrates a living system where ecological infrastructure can provide multiple services for society and nature. This presentation provides an overview of the project, including details on design strategy. The environmental, social…

OpenStreetMap Map the Philippines

19 May 2015
Recognizing the chaos that accompanies disaster response along with an existing surplus of maps in the Philippines, OpenStreetMap aims to offer a cross-sector platform where data can be shared openly with all communities and across local sectors. The initiative extends beyond crisis and disaster to…

Climate Proofing ADB Investment in the Transport Sector Initial Experience

19 May 2015
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) publication produced by the Transport Sector Group and Environment Thematic Group, "Climate Proofing ADB Investment in the Transport Sector: Initial Experience" exemplifies a joint approach that addresses cross-cutting issues, such as climate change. The publication…

Resilient Design for Bus Rapid Transit Projects

19 May 2015
This presentation shares possible mitigation and adaptation measures for successful implementation of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. The benefits of using alternative fuels, particularly biomethane, are highlighted. Timeline for consideration of climate-resilient BRT design features is also…

Asias Urban Challenge

19 May 2015
Cities in Asia increasingly face the triple challenges of rapid urbanization, aging population, and climate change. Smart urban development is an imperative given the challenges. A business-as-usual approach, however, will simply not achieve sustainable urban development and smart cities; a…

Past and Curious Inspiring ADBs Future

16 April 2015
ADB is a solid and well-functioning organization that does good. ADB, however, must shift its course by taking a step further to bring greater impact in the Asian region, which although is at the forefront of several important developments also faces the biggest challenges in the world.

ADB Transport Operations

26 March 2015
Learn more about ADB's Transport operations in the region and the corresponding potential business opportunities.

Health and Education South Asia

26 March 2015
Know more about ADB's programs, projects, and opportunities in South Asia under Health and Education.

Transport Pacific

26 March 2015
Learn more about ADB's Transport operations in the Pacfic and the corresponding potential business opportunities.

Transport Central and West Asia

26 March 2015
Learn more about ADB's Transport operations in Central and West Asia and the corresponding potential business opportunities.