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10 April 2016
Energy is a critical factor in any poverty reduction strategy. It is also essential for generating production, income, and employment. The Asian Development Bank rolled out a project in three of its developing member countries in South Asia—Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka—to help increase rural poor…
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…
30 March 2016
This report examines how policy and practice may enhance women’s empowerment though electrification in rural areas in the South. It presents the results of a desk study in which empirical literature on women’s empowerment from electrification and international initiatives and national electricity…
25 March 2016
Learn more about the ADB Energy Policy, and how it is helping ADB developing member countries access reliable, adequate, and affordable energy, particularly in Central and West Asia.
17 March 2016
Know more about ADB's programs, projects, and opportunities in South Asia under Health and Education.
17 March 2016
Know more about ADB's programs, projects, and opportunities in Central and West Asia under Health and Education.
17 March 2016
Know more about ADB's programs, projects, and opportunities in East Asia under Health and Education.
17 March 2016
Know more about ADB's programs, projects, and opportunities in the Pacific under Health and Education.
16 March 2016
Learn more about the ADB Energy Policy, and how it is helping ADB developing member countries access reliable, adequate, and affordable energy.