Integrated Flood Risk Management Read more about Integrated Flood Risk Management Developing sustainable, long-term flood resilience requires a management strategy that combines a portfolio of solutions—social, economic, financial, environmental, institutional aspects, engineering, disaster preparedness, insurance, and emergency response requirements. This integrated approach is the only way to manage flood risks especially as climate change evolves.
Conference on Spillover Effects of High-Speed Rail and Quality of Life Read more about Conference on Spillover Effects of High-Speed Rail and Quality of Life Policy makers in developing countries are eager to learn about large-scale public infrastructure such as high-speed rail (HSR). India’s government, for one, has announced plans to adopt Japan’s shinkansen technology for the HSR project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. JR East is providing technical support based on its extensive experience as a shinkansen operator in Japan.
The Who, What, and How of Seoul as a Smart City Read more about The Who, What, and How of Seoul as a Smart City What does it take to become a smart city like Seoul? In this brown bag session hosted by ADB's Urban Sector Group, Seoul Housing and Communities Corporation (SH) executive director Hongsoo Lee discussed the different factors that led Seoul to become one of the world’s leading smart cities. He also shared his experience working for the urban regeneration of Singapore, another proponent of smart cities, and emphasized the importance of the 4P: public-private-people partnership.
Aukrit Unahalekhaka Keywords better air quality Urban Development environment Read more about Aukrit Unahalekhaka Aukrit Unahalekhaka is CEO of Thara Green, a climate-tech venture transforming Thailand's agricultural systems into sustainable, high-value assets through AI, biotech solutions, and nature capital innovations. A serial entrepreneur, he previously co-founded Ricult, empowering over one million farmers and facilitating USD 500M+ in crop transactions across Southeast Asia. His work spans technology deployment and on-the-ground farmer training, guiding agricultural communities toward net-zero transitions.
Integrated Aerobic Systems for Rice Straw Management Read more about Integrated Aerobic Systems for Rice Straw Management This presentation highlights the pilot initiative at Nakhon Nayok Province, combining microbial decomposition spray with ploughing
Tawit Sangveraphunsiri Keywords better air quality Urban Development environment Read more about Tawit Sangveraphunsiri Tawit Sangveraphunsiri, Ph.D., is a dedicated urban mobility expert focused on transforming transportation within the Southeast Asian context. As Head of Operations at MuvMi, he bridges the gap between academic research and practical, tech-driven solutions. He has been instrumental in scaling demand-responsive transit, leading initiatives that improved fleet efficiency and transitioned operations to a positive gross profit within nine months. He leverages data analysis and interdisciplinary knowledge to create sustainable, innovative last-mile connectivity for modern cities.
Chutinthorn Mankhong Keywords better air quality Urban Development environment Read more about Chutinthorn Mankhong Ms. Chutinthorn Mankhong is Director of the Safety Planning Bureau at the Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP), Ministry of Transport, Thailand. She provides strategic leadership on the formulation and implementation of national transport policies and plans related to environmental sustainability, climate change mitigation, and transport safety, with strong engagement at regional and international levels.
Electric Tuk Tuks—Redefining How Cities Move Read more about Electric Tuk Tuks—Redefining How Cities Move This presentation highlights the tech-driven microtransit platform, Muvmi, revolutionizing urban mobility with smart, clean, eco-friendly and affordable transportation available on-demand.
Accelerating Thailand’s E-mobility Transition Read more about Accelerating Thailand’s E-mobility Transition This presentation highlights Thailand’s transition to electric mobility for both urban and intercity bus systems to reduce GHG emissions, improve air quality, and enhance public sector transport.
ADB Asia Clean Blue Skies Program and Proposed Thailand Air Quality Investment Program Read more about ADB Asia Clean Blue Skies Program and Proposed Thailand Air Quality Investment Program This presentation provides an overview of ADB’s flagship Asia Clean Blue Skies Program, as well as ADB’s proposed Thailand Air Quality Investment Program, which was presented based on key findings and recommendations from a rapid air quality scoping study in Thailand.