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Rainwater Harvesting: Where Value and Cost Collide

20 August 2019
Philip Reidy, a registered professional engineer in the United States specializing in rainwater harvesting, discussed the cost metrics associated with fully functional rainwater harvesting systems. He also presented cost comparisons with other water supplies and efficacy analyses to demonstrate…

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

12 August 2019
Dr. Eva Abal, CEO of the International RiverFoundation (IRF), will discuss 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…

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.

Angat Water Transmission Improvement Project

31 July 2019

Upland Irrigation and Water Resources Management Sector Project

31 July 2019

How the Mining and Metallurgical Industry Can Contribute To the Circular Economy Model

23 July 2019
This material describes the main properties and applications, as well as circular economy principles behind Le Sland, a brand of ferronickel slags by SLN, a subsidiary of metal extraction and recycling firm Eramet.

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…

Environmental and Social Safeguards for Trade

28 June 2019
In this presentation, Mr. Sutken presented the definition of sustainable trade finance, as well as the drivers of change in trade finance and the potential risks of inaction. He also shared information on the ICC process, as well as the web platform for agro-commodities.​

Trade Loans: A Less Risky Alternative to Overdrafts

28 June 2019
In this presentation, Mr. Packham shares the definition, purpose, and applicability of a trade finance loan. He also underscored the advantages of trade loans and its benefits to the customer and gave an overview of a trade cycle analysis, which can be used to help establish a trade loan facility.

Digital KYC Solutions: Everest

28 June 2019
In this presentation, Mr. Reid gave an overview and architecture of Everest's digital Know Your Customer platform, and how they process the on-boarding and verification of users/entities. He also shared an example from the Central Bank of Samoa to illustrate the money transfer chain of custody,…