A Practical Introduction to Water Quality Modeling Read more about A Practical Introduction to Water Quality Modeling Water quality models can aid in planning and in assessing the environmental impacts of project-generated pollution. This presentation explains the uses, purposes, limitations, and components of water quality models; their application in the review of ADB-funded projects, with case studies as examples; water quality data collection and assuring data quality; interpretation of model results; the challenges and opportunities in water quality; and the terms of reference for a water quality modeling consultant.
Gerard Pijcke Keywords ADB projects consultant data data collection environment pollution wastewater water water quality Read more about Gerard Pijcke
Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects: Water Management Module Read more about Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects: Water Management Module Water pollution has been increasing in Asia, resulting in economic losses, health problems, and damage to aquatic systems. ADB-financed projects must not only meet environment safeguard requirements in water quality impacts; they must also incorporate environmental sustainability into project design.
Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects - Water Quality Module Read more about Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects - Water Quality Module ADB’s Training Course on Pollution, Health, and Safety Management in ADB Projects was organized in response to an indicated need for better understanding of how the general and industry-specific Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines are applicable to ADB projects, how to assess the environmental impacts of project-generated pollution, and how to identify performance standards.
Video - Affordable Pay-As-You-Go Solar Power for India's Energy-Poor Homes (Part 2) Read more about Video - Affordable Pay-As-You-Go Solar Power for India's Energy-Poor Homes (Part 2) Access to energy can contribute significantly to the Asian Development Bank (ADB)’s overarching goal of reducing poverty. In 2008, the Energy for All initiative was created with the aim of adding value to ADB’s energy access projects by assisting project developers and the Bank’s operations staff conduct pre-investment activities.
Video - Affordable Pay-As-You-Go Solar Power for India's Energy-Poor Homes (Part 1) Read more about Video - Affordable Pay-As-You-Go Solar Power for India's Energy-Poor Homes (Part 1) Energy access remains one of the most fundamental challenges in India. The Asian Development Bank’s $2 million equity investment in Simpa Networks’ pay-as-you-go solar energy offering creates affordability for rural consumers in India, while the prepaid nature of the scheme makes the business model attractive for private sector investments.
Guangdong Energy Efficiency and Environment Improvement Investment Program, Tranche 1: Providing Additional Power Capacity through Energy Savings Read more about Guangdong Energy Efficiency and Environment Improvement Investment Program, Tranche 1: Providing Additional Power Capacity through Energy Savings Rapidly growing demand has outstripped power generation capacity in Guangdong Province in the People’s Republic of China (PRC), resulting to a host of energy security and environmental concerns. In 2008, the PRC and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) embarked on an energy efficiency program that yielded energy savings and generated additional capacity. Read about ADB's other energy projects in Knowledge and Power: Lessons from ADB Energy Projects.
Lanzhou's Bus Rapid Transit System Brings Quick Relief to Busy City Read more about Lanzhou's Bus Rapid Transit System Brings Quick Relief to Busy City This publication showcases how an ordinary road network expansion can be transformed into a sustainable urban development initiative through the use of an innovative and green transport system. The city of Lanzhou, in the People’s Republic of China's Gansu province, is home to around 3.6 million inhabitants. As a busy city, and a transport hub at that, it has been suffering from congestion. The Lanzhou Municipal Government (LMG) planned to decongest it by expanding its center onto one of its four districts.
Affordable Pay-As-You-Go Solar Power for India's Energy-Poor Homes Read more about Affordable Pay-As-You-Go Solar Power for India's Energy-Poor Homes Seventy-five (75) million households in India lack access to energy, while another 80 million are under-served. This situation has pushed many people to use expensive and hazardous means to light up their homes. Households spend half of their incomes on kerosene, charcoal, firewood, paraffin, candles, and disposable batteries for lighting and energy needs.
Environmental Analysis of Waste-to-Fuel Projects: Well-to-Wheel Read more about Environmental Analysis of Waste-to-Fuel Projects: Well-to-Wheel This presentation discusses the concept of "well-to-wheel" or the process of fuel production and purification, transport of fuel to the vehicle, and the corresponding analysis. It digs into the environmental effects of this process, such as air pollution, climate impacts, and community perception.