ADB Energy Sector Portfolio Read more about ADB Energy Sector Portfolio Asian Development Bank (ADB)’s energy policy remains relevant as it continues to invest its efforts in the development of clean energy. In order to create an enabling environment for clean energy generation, ADB provides soft support by introducing new and high level technologies and promoting South-South cooperation, among others.
Pushkar Manandhar Keywords energy resource management renewable energy Read more about Pushkar Manandhar Pushkar Manandhar leads the implementation and processing of energy infrastructure projects and technical assistance programs across Nepal, Maldives, India. His responsibilities include promoting policy reforms and sectoral measures to strengthen energy sector performance and resilience in the region. Pushkar also serves as the energy sector focal point for ADB’s operations in the Maldives.
Video - Session 5 - Innovative and Disruptive Technologies and Processes Read more about Video - Session 5 - Innovative and Disruptive Technologies and Processes This video covers Session 5 of the conference entitled “Innovative and Disruptive Technologies and Processes.” It examines the current technological innovations taking place at the international level, and shares concrete examples of engineering solutions implemented on the ground. It also discusses the notion of disruptive technologies and its potential to positively impact social and gender relations in societies.
Private Sector Partnership for Inclusive Solar Park Development in Rajasthan Read more about Private Sector Partnership for Inclusive Solar Park Development in Rajasthan This presentation discusses the advantages of considering India’s Rajasthan State as a solar destination. The development of solar parks as a joint venture public-private partnership is introduced. It also explains the benefits of forming a public-private joint venture company.
Asia Clean Energy Forum 2016 Read more about Asia Clean Energy Forum 2016 The Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2016 showcased clean energy innovations in technology, financing, and policy that can help meet the region's climate and energy security challenges. ACEF facilitates knowledge sharing among clean energy practitioners in Asia and highlights innovative approaches to scaling up clean energy initiatives through in-depth and targeted discussions.
Employment Generation in Emerging Clean Energy Industries: How Can Women Break Through Traditional Barriers? Read more about Employment Generation in Emerging Clean Energy Industries: How Can Women Break Through Traditional Barriers? South Asia’s rapid growth is met with an increasing crisis in energy demand. Strategic investments in human capital is needed to address this major challenge in energy security. The productive engagement of women in training and employment opportunities accelerates access to renewable energy sources that will sustain growth and development.
Innovative Energy Project Development with Partners Read more about Innovative Energy Project Development with Partners The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is committed to support the new Sustainable Development Goal on energy through deployment of new and innovative solutions. ADB's Energy Sector has been beefing up its efforts through various innovations including cross border energy initiatives, public-private partnership, advanced technologies, and multi-sector approach, among others.
Innovative Project Development in Energy and Transport Sectors Read more about Innovative Project Development in Energy and Transport Sectors Held in Tokyo, Japan, this Knowledge Partnership Forum for Innovative Project Development in the Energy and Transport Sectors gathered 150 participants from private sector and public agencies. The forum aimed to strengthen partnerships with the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the private sector, and other agencies to promote sharing knowledge and expertise with ADB for innovative project development. Similarly, the forum served as a venue for the attendees to identify possible areas of collaboration on energy and transport technologies.
Making Renewable Energy a Success in Bangladesh: Getting the Business Model Right Read more about Making Renewable Energy a Success in Bangladesh: Getting the Business Model Right More than three quarters of Bangladeshis in rural areas have no electricity in their homes, forcing the villagers to complete their work during daylight. This paper analyzes the success of the solar home system program in Bangladesh, which today provides clean and reliable electricity to millions of people in off-grid areas.
Video - Thorough Planning of Solar Park Mitigates Risk for Investors, Locals Read more about Video - Thorough Planning of Solar Park Mitigates Risk for Investors, Locals This video explains why the Charanka Solar Power Park in India’s Gujarat State is one of the successful public-private partnership models that has helped bridge grid parity. It also highlights how the project not only addressed the country’s energy security situation, but also connected poverty-stricken and energy poor local communities.