Virinder Sharma Keywords climate change renewable energy environment Urban Development Rural Livelihoods sustainable development Read more about Virinder Sharma Mr. Sharma takes a lead role in managing delivery, maintaining strategic relationships, providing technical and advisory support to the ADB and to the UK Department for International Development (DFID), leading a team of 10 technical professionals and managing the implementation of 50 projects under the ADB administered multi-donor $150 M Urban Climate Change Resilience Trust Fund (UCCRTF). Dr.
Localizing Global Agendas: Introductory Statement Read more about Localizing Global Agendas: Introductory Statement Asia has seen remarkable growth in the last four decades though at the expense of inequality and environmental degradation. Lal Shanker Ghimire from the National Planning Commission of Nepal pointed out the need for Asia to move into a development model that considers economic, social, and environmental impacts.
Corruption Risks and Anti-Corruption Strategies in Climate Financing: Good Governance Towards Integrity, Transparency, and Accountability in Achieving Objectives in Climate Mitigation and Adaptation - High-Level Event and Panel Discussion Read more about Corruption Risks and Anti-Corruption Strategies in Climate Financing: Good Governance Towards Integrity, Transparency, and Accountability in Achieving Objectives in Climate Mitigation and Adaptation - High-Level Event and Panel Discussion The Asian Development Bank, in collaboration with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), the U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Center, and in partnership with the Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines, organized this event to discuss how corruption and non-transparency can be most effectively addressed including how anti-corruption efforts can be integrated into measures of good governance in the fight against climate change to ensure transparent, efficient, and accountable use of climate finance for effective projects and tangible results.
Evaluating and Monitoring Anti-Corruption Reforms and Programs - Training Workshop Read more about Evaluating and Monitoring Anti-Corruption Reforms and Programs - Training Workshop The Asian Development Bank (ADB), in collaboration with the German International Cooperation (GIZ) and the U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Center, and in partnership with the Government of the Philippines' Office of the Ombudsman, organized a training workshop to discuss how action against corruption and non-transparency can be most effectively maintained to ensure transparent, efficient, and accountable governance towards sustainable development.
Financing for Sustainable Urbanization Read more about Financing for Sustainable Urbanization Mobilizing funds to suport sustainable urbanization remains a big challenge in Asia. Specifically, the biggest challenge is boosting investments on urban development while ensuring sustainable and inclusive growth. This presentation looks into the urban infrastructure needs in the region and shares insights on how to manage these needs.
Challenges for Sustainable Urban Development in Asia Read more about Challenges for Sustainable Urban Development in Asia Urbanization is a mega trend. Half of humanity lives in cities today, and the figure will increase to 60 percent by 2030. Rapid urbanization exerts huge pressure on basic services and infrastructure in cities. As Asian countries quickly urbanize, the challenges need to be addressed for cities to continue to thrive and grow. This presentation tackles the challenges for sustainable urban development, along with the possible solutions for cities to become "green", inclusive, and resilient.
Sustainable Asia Read more about Sustainable Asia This document explains the definition and concept of sustainable development. It also presents the current status of the world with the effects of climate change.
Ecological Tax and Fiscal Reform for Sustainable Development Read more about Ecological Tax and Fiscal Reform for Sustainable Development This presentation explains the importance of implementing environmental tax/fiscal reforms to push green growth in the economy.
Sharing Knowledge for Green Growth Read more about Sharing Knowledge for Green Growth The presentation explains the strategic approach of the Global Green Growth Institute on knowledge dissemination. It also outlines industry good practices in green growth within its global network.