Integrating the Environment Dimensions of the SDGs into Policies, Plans, and Programs Read more about Integrating the Environment Dimensions of the SDGs into Policies, Plans, and Programs This presentation gives a brief introduction and history of the Integrated Approach. It also discusses lessons learned on applying an integrated approach, as well as the Poverty-Environment Action for the Sustainable Development Goals.
Progress of Implementation of the SDGs in the Asia-Pacific Region Read more about Progress of Implementation of the SDGs in the Asia-Pacific Region This presentation gives an an overview of the Asia and the Pacific SDG Progress Report 2019, published by UNESCAP. It provides the key messages from the report, a snapshot of regional and sub-regional progress in relation to the sustainable development goals (SDGs) 12, 14, and 15, as well as current challenges to implementing the environmental SDGs.
Sustainable Energy: Carbon Neutrality and Renewables in Asia-Pacific - The Legal Response Read more about Sustainable Energy: Carbon Neutrality and Renewables in Asia-Pacific - The Legal Response Sanjay Upadhyay discussed about the United Nations Sustainable Energy for All Initiative, the sustainable development goals, and the concept of carbon neutrality. He described the current energy pattern in the Asia Pacific region and noted the drafting of renewable energy laws across the region. He also highlighted the challenges in developing renewable energy sources.
ADB Transport Forum Read more about ADB Transport Forum This biennial flagship knowledge sharing event organized by the Transport Sector Group of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has become the premier platform for policy dialogue in Asia and the Pacific. It brings together key transport and urban development officials from ADB’s developing member countries, international experts, development partners, researchers, and representatives from civil society and the private sector. Various issues and challenges relating to transport in the region are discussed.
Conservation and Management of Natural Capital for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals Read more about Conservation and Management of Natural Capital for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals Overview of specific mitigation measures for planning and execution of transport projects to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals
Call for Solutions Read more about Call for Solutions Call for sustainable urban solutions within the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program (CAREC) region.
Engaging Civil Society Organizations in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals Read more about Engaging Civil Society Organizations in Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals “Leaving no one behind” is the central principle of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Cooperation and inclusion are key concepts in its implementation which can be achieved through effective engagement with civil society organizations (CSOs) and NGOs. The advancement of the SDGs depends on concerted efforts by governments and all stakeholders, including CSOs, governments, international finance institutions like ADB, and other development actors.
Localizing Sustainable Development Goals: The Role of Management for Development Results Read more about Localizing Sustainable Development Goals: The Role of Management for Development Results Over 50 representatives from government, private sector, development partners, and academe shared their experiences and discussed challenges of multi-level governance to ensure that no one gets left behind. This seminar reflected on efforts to localize sustainable development goals through effective management for development results, and the challenges and opportunities created for making new progress through the 2030 development agenda.
Measuring Transport-Related Sustainable Development Goals and Indicators Read more about Measuring Transport-Related Sustainable Development Goals and Indicators Learn the importance of data digging to conduct better transport planning. Data is important because it aids in decision making and the analysis derived from it is crucial for dealing with empirical issues.
ADB Transport Forum 2018 Read more about ADB Transport Forum 2018 By ADB estimates, the Asian transport sector will require over $8.4 trillion in investments until 2030 in order to continue the region’s growth trajectory while responding to the challenges of climate change. Opportunities exist to close the infrastructure funding gap and direct the financing toward more sustainable, resilient transport infrastructure, and the forum provides an opportunity to discuss these opportunities and attendant challenges.