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Socially Inclusive Development in the Urban Sector

12 February 2015
This learning event on Socially Inclusive Development in the Urban Sector: The Case of Wastewater Management in Colombo presented how an urban infrastructure in Colombo City, Sri Lanka, was improved through an inclusive approach using a pro-poor and socially inclusive checklist—a standardized tool…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

ADB Distinguished Speakers Program: Paul Romer

28 January 2015
In this session of the ADB Distinguished Speakers Series, Paul Romer gave a lecture on "Urbanization and Development: The Power of the Grid". He highlighted the critical role of urbanization in driving economic growth and catch-up, stipulating that urbanization leads to formal sector employment (…
Organizer: Economic Research and Development Impact Department

Mobilizing Multi-Stakeholder Action for Reform 2015

27 to 30 January 2015
Mobilizing multi-stakeholder groups and engaging them in the task of creating pro-reform coalitions will enhance participants' skills in navigating the reform process. Recognizing that reforms fail when stakeholder interests are not adequately satisfied and differences in beliefs, attitudes, and…
Organizer: Public Sector Management and Governance Sector Office

3rd International Fecal Sludge Management Week

19 to 21 January 2015
Fecal sludge is one of the biggest urban problems in developing countries. The urban environment is awash in untreated human waste, with severe public health and environmental consequences. The 3rd International Fecal Sludge Management Week (FSM3) was the first in a number of annual urban…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Photo Gallery: Catalyzing Change Through Regional Strategies and Smart Solutions: A Capacity Development Event for Small Island Developing States in the Pacific

2 June 2025
Photos from the 3-day workshop of the Emerging Areas Team in Joy Nostalg, 2–4 June 2025. 

Photo Gallery: Climate Finance and Investment for Glacier Preservation and Adaptation

31 May 2025
Photos from the Thematic Session 11: Climate Finance and Investment for Glacier Preservation and Adaptation

Keynote Speech

31 May 2025
This keynote speech discusses climate finance and investment strategies for glacier preservation and adaptation, emphasizing the urgent need for action to mitigate the impacts of glacier retreat on vulnerable communities.

Thematic Session 11 Consolidated Presentations

31 May 2025
This is the consolidated presentation from Thematic Session 11, which outlines climate finance focused on glacier preservation and adaptation strategies in Tajikistan, featuring key speakers and discussions on sustainable financing mechanisms.

Capital Market of Tajikistan and Sustainable Development: Financial Instruments for Glacier Conservation

31 May 2025
This presentation provides an overview of the advancement of Tajikistan's capital market and climate financing initiatives, with a particular focus on glacier conservation and sustainable development through thematic bonds.

Glaciers to Farms (G2F): Glaciers, climate change and water supplies in High Mountain Asia: What We Know and What We Don't Know

30 May 2025
This presentation gives an overview of the impacts of climate change on glaciers and water supplies in High Mountain Asia, including hydrological trends, projections, and knowledge gaps related to glacier dynamics and water resource management.