Water-Energy Nexus in the People's Republic of China and Emerging Issues Read more about Water-Energy Nexus in the People's Republic of China and Emerging Issues Energy and water systems are interlinked, and both have important roles in economic development. ADB’s Pradeep Perera and World Resources Institute's Lijin Zhong shared the highlights of the book they authored, Water-Energy Nexus in the People’s Republic of China and Emerging Issues. This book is ADB’s contribution in deepening the understanding of developmental challenges faced by the water and energy sectors in the People's Republic of China.
Communication, Power, and Reform Read more about Communication, Power, and Reform Given the sensitivity of power reforms in the Kyrgyz Republic, the objective of ADB's Power Sector Rehabilitation Project in the Kyrgyz Republic would not have been achieved without communication. Read this report to learn about the project’s communication context, how the project communication component was set and communication strategy was developed, and other pertinent communication lessons.
Kyrgyz Republic: Power Sector Rehabilitation Project Public Information Campaign Read more about Kyrgyz Republic: Power Sector Rehabilitation Project Public Information Campaign Communication plays a major role in energy sector reform and this was recognized in ADB’s Power Sector Rehabilitation Project in the Kyrgyz Republic. One of the project’s four components is to conduct a public information program on sector reforms with the aim to increase public awareness and address negative perspectives about the power sector reform of the government, and educate the public about the benefits of an effective tariff policy and efficient energy usage.
Communication, Power, and Reform Read more about Communication, Power, and Reform In the late 2000s, the Kyrgyz Republic faced periods of blackouts and electricity rationing during winters. In 2010, power and heat tariffs were sharply increased triggering wide public unrest and contributed to the downfall of the government. Asian Development Bank’s Power Sector Rehabilitation Project used project communication approaches to help rebuild trust in the country’s energy sector. The project also educated consumers about energy efficiency and the benefits of an effective tariff policy.
West Kalimantan Power Grid Strengthening Project: Reducing Indonesia’s Oil Dependency While Fostering Regional Cooperation Read more about West Kalimantan Power Grid Strengthening Project: Reducing Indonesia’s Oil Dependency While Fostering Regional Cooperation As oil fuels all power generation in Indonesia’s West Kalimantan, overdependence on this costly and carbon-intensive energy source negatively affects both the environment and economy of the province. Through the assistance of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Indonesia signed a cross-border power trade agreement to tap existing power supply from neighboring Malaysia. Read about ADB's other energy projects in Knowledge and Power: Lessons from ADB Energy Projects.
Green Power Development Project: Bringing Benefits to Bhutan and Beyond Read more about Green Power Development Project: Bringing Benefits to Bhutan and Beyond The Kingdom of Bhutan is one of a few countries in Asia with large, unexploited hydropower resources. Despite the surplus power, many rural households lacked access to electricity in the early to mid-2000s. The Government of Bhutan and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) turned this challenge into an opportunity through the Green Power Development Project, which improved energy access and expanded the country’s revenue base due to income from power exports.
Water Resources Management in Mahaweli and Adjoining River Basins in Sri Lanka Read more about Water Resources Management in Mahaweli and Adjoining River Basins in Sri Lanka Water users from different sectors in Sri Lanka face challenges as demand for water has continuously increased in the last few decades. Getting user involvement in water allocation and water resources planning is essential to meet demand in the country.
Citarum River Read more about Citarum River The Citarum River is the most important river basin in West Java, Indonesia. Economic development and population growth, however, have contributed to the river’s current perilous situation. Working hand in hand is essential to protect this precious resource and achieve a better Citarum.