Roads as Instruments for Water Management and Climate Resilience Read more about Roads as Instruments for Water Management and Climate Resilience Roads typically cause erosion, flooding, and water logging, whereas water is the prime cause of damage to roads. As such, roads and water are often considered as enemies; albeit if remedied, both could be friends. Roads can become instruments for water management and climate resilience. MetaMeta’s Frank van Steenbergen discussed the Green Roads Initiative, presenting techniques and examples from different countries.
Addressing the Challenges of Climate-Resilient Sustainable Urban Development in Tamil Nadu Read more about Addressing the Challenges of Climate-Resilient Sustainable Urban Development in Tamil Nadu The State of Tamil Nadu ranks first in urbanization among large states in India and faces severe droughts and urban floods. Urban investments are estimated at $42 billion (2012-2023), with $7.5 billion required for water supply and sanitation. Officials from Tamil Nadu in this learning event discussed their plans to address these complex challenges with ADB support.
Solid Waste Management Improvement Project Read more about Solid Waste Management Improvement Project The Solid Waste Management Improvement Project in Uzbekistan is developing a National Solid Waste Management (SWM) Strategy and investment program to guide sector improvements over the medium term. It introduced waste minimization and recycling initiatives citywide, and will improve system operational efficiencies, and strengthen the capacity of implementation institutions involved in SWM service provision.
Stories from the Field Read more about Stories from the Field ADB's David Margonsztern and Rouyu Hu discussed the challenges and lessons experienced in the preparation and implementation of two innovative urban sector projects in Central and West Asia: a socially inclusive solid waste management project in Uzbekistan, and an innovative urban transport cum urban renewal project in Pakistan.
Keynote Statement Read more about Keynote Statement Extreme weather conditions have affected 1.3 billion people in the past decade. How do you address this? In this speech, ADB's Vice-President for Knowledge Management and Sustainable Development, Bambang Susantono, highlights the need to build climate resilience in the region. He also shares ADB's experience in addressing the risk of loss and damage in Asia and the Pacific.
Climate Resilient Coastal Infrastructure Development in Bangladesh Read more about Climate Resilient Coastal Infrastructure Development in Bangladesh The presentation explains the impacts and benefits of the Climate Resilient Infrastructure project that is spearheaded by the Asian Development Bank in Bangladesh.
Securing Water and Food: A Private Sector Approach Read more about Securing Water and Food: A Private Sector Approach To address climate change as currently the biggest challenge faced by farmers, Akay Flavours & Aromatics has conceptualized solutions to increase climate resilience, improve irrigation, and provide youth training. Efficient usage of fresh water, according to the company, is the key to food production and security.
Viet Nam: Secondary Cities Development Project Read more about Viet Nam: Secondary Cities Development Project Tam Ky, Han Tinh, and Buon Ma Thuot are recognized as rapidly developing urban areas in Viet Nam, but can be hampered by weak infrastructure and urban services. Developing these secondary cities is vital to addressing spatial and economic disparities, which can constrain the country’s sustained economic growth.