Asia-Pacific Forum on Green and Low-Carbon Development (APLC Forum) Read more about Asia-Pacific Forum on Green and Low-Carbon Development (APLC Forum) The Asia-Pacific Forum on Green and Low-carbon Development (APLC) hosted by the Government of Hunan Province and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is the fifth forum to be conducted after the signing of the MOU between the Government of Hunan Province and the ADB in 2015.
Keynote presentation Read more about Keynote presentation This presentation gives an overview of the public-private partnerships in agri-food systems transformations.
The Future of Food and Agriculture in Asia and the Pacific Read more about The Future of Food and Agriculture in Asia and the Pacific This presentation gives an overview of the future of food and agriculture in Asia and the Pacific.
Asia and the Pacific Food Security Forum 2024 Read more about Asia and the Pacific Food Security Forum 2024 The Asia and the Pacific Food Security Forum 2024 was held on 9-12 April 2024 in Manila, Philippines to discuss actions to ease a worsening food crisis in the region, and to improve long-term food security by strengthening food systems against the impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss among stakeholders in Asia and the Pacific.
Virtual Conference on Digital Connectivity Pathways: Exploring the Issues, Constraints, and Collaboration Prospects for Asia and the Pacific Read more about Virtual Conference on Digital Connectivity Pathways: Exploring the Issues, Constraints, and Collaboration Prospects for Asia and the Pacific Digital connectivity in Asia and the Pacific continues to expand, boosted by governmental and intergovernmental efforts to harness fixed, mobile, and satellite technologies. Yet, significant disparities in digital connectivity persist among countries in the region. This virtual conference explored digital connectivity development, gaps, and opportunities for policy collaboration in Asia and the Pacific. It drew upon research examining country-level experiences, lessons learned, and possible next steps.
Unlocking Opportunities to Deliver Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure in Asia and the Pacific Read more about Unlocking Opportunities to Deliver Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure in Asia and the Pacific The Asian Development Bank convened a webinar to explore practical approaches for disaster-resilient infrastructure in Asia and the Pacific. Vivid Economics and the Asian DisasterPreparedness Centre presented their key findings. A panel of leading thinkers also shared their perspectives, followed by a Question and Answer session.
ADBI-ADB-Korea University Webinar on Environmental, Social, and Governance Regulation Read more about ADBI-ADB-Korea University Webinar on Environmental, Social, and Governance Regulation Investment in businesses with good environmental, social, and governance (ESG) profiles is accelerating amid growing calls for climate action and pressure on firms to adapt. However, ESG practices in Asia and the Pacific are at varying stages of development, prompting regulatory knowledge and best practice-sharing to improve ESG investment across the region.
Rural PEDF System in the Context of Carbon Neutrality Read more about Rural PEDF System in the Context of Carbon Neutrality This presentation gives an overview of what the PEDF system is and how it has been implemented in rural areas.
Wenbo Chen Keywords ADB Asia-Pacific Forum on Green and Low-Carbon Development green recovery carbon neutrality post Covid era emerging green low carbon technologies zero carbon technologies carbon peaking pollution reduction carbon reduction architecture industry energy access rural revitalization climate investments climate financing carbon neutrality city construction cross-sectoral innovations sustainable development goals SDGs SDG7 SDG 13 Paris Agreement low-carbon transition energy transition technology roadmaps integrated solutions low-carbon growth low-carbon future sustainable development inclusive development climate change climate adaptation climate mitigation renewable energy energy efficiency clean energy energy policies energy planning energy security business models innovative technologies Asia Asia and the Pacific nationally determined contributions Read more about Wenbo Chen Wenbo Chen, a Senior Engineer, is the Chairman of Nanjing Guochen DC Power Distribution Technology Co., Ltd, Vice Chairman of Low Voltage DC Technical Sub-Committee of IEEE PES Technical Committees China), Member of Low Voltage DC Power Distribution IEC TC8/ JWG9 Expert Working Group of China, Member of the National Working Group for Standardization of Low Voltage Electricity in Power System Plants and Stations (SAC/SWG21 ), Member of CIGRE C6 China National Committee, Member of CIRED China National Committee.
Study on Guidelines for the Construction of Green and Low-carbon Small Towns Read more about Study on Guidelines for the Construction of Green and Low-carbon Small Towns This presentation gives an overview of planning guidelines for piloting China green low carbon small towns.