Glaciers to Farms (G2F): Glaciers, climate change and water supplies in High Mountain Asia: What We Know and What We Don't Know Read more about Glaciers to Farms (G2F): Glaciers, climate change and water supplies in High Mountain Asia: What We Know and What We Don't Know This presentation gives an overview of the impacts of climate change on glaciers and water supplies in High Mountain Asia, including hydrological trends, projections, and knowledge gaps related to glacier dynamics and water resource management.
Annrou Ramos Keywords climate change Read more about Annrou Ramos Annrou Ramos, Climate Change Officer, ADB
Thematic Session 11: Climate Finance and Investment for Glacier Preservation and Adaptation Read more about Thematic Session 11: Climate Finance and Investment for Glacier Preservation and Adaptation
Thematic Session 4: Partnership for Climate Change, Glaciers and Transboundary Cooperation in Central and West Asia Region Read more about Thematic Session 4: Partnership for Climate Change, Glaciers and Transboundary Cooperation in Central and West Asia Region
ADB-Led Sessions During the International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation Read more about ADB-Led Sessions During the International Conference on Glaciers' Preservation The high-level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation, held in Dushanbe from 29-31 May 2025, emphasized the urgency of addressing glacial melt, calving, and retreat. It advanced global efforts through scientific collaboration, policy alignment, and multi-stakeholder engagement.
Investing in Collectives of Women from Informal Sector Living in Urban Slums to Advance Inclusive and Responsible Urban Development Read more about Investing in Collectives of Women from Informal Sector Living in Urban Slums to Advance Inclusive and Responsible Urban Development This presentation gives an overview of Mahila Housing Trust's strategies to empower women in urban slums through grassroots collectives and improve community resilience against climate change.
Madeline Suarez Keywords climate resilience climate change Read more about Madeline Suarez Madeline leads grassroots efforts for urban poor housing solutions in the context of heat waves, recurring typhoons causing floods, and infrastructure loss in the region. As a member of the Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines and the Huairou Commission, she champions inclusive resilience and gender justice in urban communities. Through non-violent campaigns, Madeline secured government support for the People's Plan, facilitating housing for 900 Informal Settler Families.
Yugesh Pradhanang Keywords climate change climate resilience Read more about Yugesh Pradhanang Yugesh is a seasoned development professional with over 20 years of expertise in urban development, local governance, and climate resilience. He has successfully led transformative projects for UNDP in crisis and middle-income countries such as Afghanistan, Ukraine, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Georgia. His work focuses on strengthening community resilience, enhancing sustainable livelihoods, promoting gender equality, and fostering climate adaptation in urban settings.