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Asia-Pacific Climate Report 2024 Launch

31 October 2024
To support developing Asia and the Pacific in combating climate change through policy reforms, the Asian Development Bank launched a new knowledge series: the Asia-Pacific Climate Report. This inaugural issue offered an overview of the region’s evolving climate landscape, including updated…
Organizer: Economic Research and Development Impact Department

ADB Participation at the 2024 United Nations Biodiversity Conference (CBD COP16)

21 October to 1 November 2024
Biodiversity and nature-positive investments are key solutions to climate change and sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific. ADB supports developing member countries in implementing key multilateral environmental agreements, including the Convention on Biological Diversity and the Kunming…
Organizer: Climate Change, Resilience, and Environment Cluster, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department

3D Clay Reef Systems – An Innovative Approach to Structural Enhancement and Habitat Rehabilitation

1 October 2024
This session explored the possibility of complex clay reef habitat structures in protecting floating solar installations by reducing wave height while promoting coastal resilience. Clay reef structures foster increased fish biomass and biodiversity, contributing to healthier marine ecosystems. A…
Organizer: Energy Sector Office

Quick Course on Climate and Disaster Risk-Informed Investments

25 September 2024 to 31 December 2025
Climate change and disaster risks pose a growing threat and could undermine development efforts in Asia and the Pacific region. The number of disasters triggered by natural hazards occurring yearly continues to increase due to climate change and increased incidence of overlapping and compounding…
Organizer: Climate Change, Resilience, and Environment Cluster, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department

Infrastructure Assessments - Blue Dot Network

12 September 2024
These presentations explored how the Blue Dot Network certification can support governments, contracting authorities, and project developers from across Asia and beyond in meeting the twin goals of creating more sustainable projects while increasing the attractiveness for investors and stakeholders…
Organizer: Transport Sector Office

Empowering Mongolia’s Green Future: Advancing Transition Finance for Sustainable Development

21 to 22 August 2024
Mongolia is experiencing severe climate change impacts, threatening its environment, economy, and cultural heritage. As a large landlocked country, it faces risks from desertification, rising temperatures, and extreme weather. Transitioning to a sustainable, green economy is crucial. The financial…
Organizer: Finance Sector Office

Resilience Learning Month 2024 Capacity Development Course

19 August to 18 September 2024
The program covered five major topics: carbon pricing and carbon finance, climate and disaster resilience, climate finance, disaster and emergency assistance, and alignment with the Paris Agreement. The hybrid program consisted of e-learning courses, interactive online workshops, and in-person…
Organizer: Climate Change, Resilience, and Environment Cluster

Public Transportation Innovations and Adaptation Planning for Climate Change - A Case Study of Florida

13 August 2024
In response to challenges such as declining ridership, particularly exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, and driven by technological advancements, public transportation agencies have implemented various innovations to revitalize the transit industry. This presentation examined the impact of these…
Organizer: Transport Sector Office

Advances in Disaster Preparedness for Transport and Communities

1 August 2024
This session featured experts from the University of Melbourne's Centre for Disaster Management and Public Safety (CMPDS), with presentation on the research on the mental health impacts of disasters and trauma-informed approaches. Their presentations also explored the latest analytical techniques…
Organizer: Transport Sector Office

ADB Data Room: Healthy Oceans and Coastal Resilience

23 July 2024
Oceans and coastal adaptation are core ADB business. Thirty of ADB’s developing member countries (DMCs) border the ocean, a sea, or a major river that drains into the ocean. ADB launched the Action Plan for Healthy Oceans and Sustainable Blue Economies (hereafter known as the “Healthy Oceans…
Organizer: Climate Change, Resilience, and Environment Cluster, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department