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ADB at World Water Week 2019

25 to 30 August 2019
World Water Week (WWW) is the annual forum focused on transforming global water challenges. Organized by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) since 1991, it gathers over 3,300 people from more than 130 countries, representing influential, innovative, and dynamic organizations, leaders…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Innovative Solutions for Water Conveyance, the PVC-O Pipe

21 August 2019
Walter Philip Pattynama of Spanish pipeline solutions firm Molecor gave a presentation on PVC-O pipes, a revolutionary and cost-effective solution for water supply distribution, water reuse, and irrigation projects that is easy to install, environmentally friendly, and has better performance…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Rainwater Harvesting: Where Value and Cost Collide

20 August 2019
Rainwater harvesting is a practical and attractive tool for water conservation and to provide critical water supplies in disconnected or under-serviced communities. For areas with centralized water distribution systems, a harvesting system may be built to save water or span interruptions, but never…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

A Blueprint to Strengthen the Resilience of Our World's Rivers

12 August 2019
Dr. Eva Abal, CEO of the International RiverFoundation (IRF), discussed the IRF's efforts to partner with organizations around the world to develop an International Resilient Rivers Blueprint. This will enable rivers to recover quickly from disturbances, ensure water security, and contribute to…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Solid Waste, Flood and Wastewater Nexus in South Asia Countries

2 August 2019
ADB's intern Usman Khalil presented findings from a review on the nexus of solid waste, flood, and wastewater in South Asian countries, and how the challenges could be addressed. City cases and ADB-financed projects were analyzed to identify lessons learned.
Organizer: South Asia Department

Innovative Carbon Capture through Fecal Sludge Management in the PRC

8 July 2019
EAPF's Hubert Jenny discussed how Beijing uses fecal sludge to increase its carbon sink. The innovative project features resource recovery, advanced technology, public-private partnership, and nonsovereign operations business model. The initiative is in support of the PRC's 13th Five-Year Plan to…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Condominial Water and Wastewater Systems: Examining the Elements and Successful Examples of the Estero de Paco Pilot Project

21 June 2019
Condominial water and wastewater systems are widely used in Brazil and the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region, particularly through the support and financing of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). In Asia, there are select examples of condominial sewerage systems, one of which is…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

Demonstrating Water-Food-Energy Nexus through Water Conservation Beijing Capital Region, PRC

20 June 2019
Already home to over 23 million people, the Beijing Capital Region (BCR) continues to grow, and with it an increasing demand for water amidst resources in decline. ADB is assisting the Beijing Municipal Government to meet the region’s future water demand and is currently reviewing various measures…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office

The Food-Water-Energy Nexus: Transforming Science for Sustainable Societies

19 June 2019
An Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Deep Dive Workshop Energy is vital to economic development. It is a critical input to water resources management—from pumping, transportation, treatment, and desalination. Energy powers agriculture—from farm equipment to food processing. Similarly, the water…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Youth Engagement Models for Water Supply and Sanitation Projects: Lessons from Dushanbe

18 June 2019
There are over 1 billion people between the ages of 15 and 30 in Asia and the Pacific. How can this growing youth population be meaningfully engaged as more than just beneficiaries? This knowledge sharing session discussed ways to include youth as partners for development, particularly in ADB water…
Organizer: Water and Urban Development Sector Office