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Japan Fund for Joint Crediting Mechanism and Innovative Low Carbon Technology

19 May 2015
This presentation discusses Asian Development Bank’s contribution to climate finance using the Japan Fund for Joint Crediting Mechanism as project example. A list of advanced low carbon technology examples is shared. The presentation highlights that while innovation presents challenges, it is,…

Greenways

19 May 2015
This presentation explains how establishing greenways can provide safe corridors for walking, cycling, and transportation, and not merely for recreational purposes. It also shares the benefits that greenways, considered as one of the ways to go green, can provide to cities.

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…

Asia's 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…

Welcome Remarks - Knowledge Partnership Forum: Innovation for Resilient and Smart Communities

19 May 2015
Asian Development Bank's Executive Director for Japan Kazuhiko Koguchi commended the Bank's initiative on a knowledge matching exercise for resilient and smart city development with private sector firms that offer innovative solutions and technologies. He expressed hoped that the forum will help…

Knowledge Partnership Forum: Innovation for Resilient and Smart Communities

19 May 2015
The Knowledge Partnership Forum brought together technology providers, city and community leaders, and staff of Asian Development Bank working on city and community development projects to exchange ideas on how knowledge partnerships can bolster the development of smart cities and communities.…

Site Visit - Implementing a Resilient + Smart Community: Bonifacio Global City

19 May 2015
Participants traveled to Bonifacio Global City in the Philippines to see best practice in smart urban mobility and resilience. Accompanied by local experts, participants toured High Street greenway, learned about water capture and storage features, and visited the future site of a new Bus Rapid…

ADB Climate Change Program Overview

26 March 2015
ADB has committed to double its annual climate financing by year 2020. This presentation discusses ADB’s approaches to climate finance mobilization and shares some examples of projects that support environmentally sustainable growth.

Urban Development and Water (South Asia)

25 March 2015
Learn more about ADB's Water and Urban Development operations in South Asia and the corresponding potential business opportunities.