Transit-Oriented Development Read more about Transit-Oriented Development Presentation by TOKYU Corporation on Transit Oriented Development
Realizing the New Climate Change Agenda and Initiatives in BRT and Road Safety Read more about Realizing the New Climate Change Agenda and Initiatives in BRT and Road Safety This session of the Knowledge Sharing Webinar Series discussed the implications and applications of COP21 on the urban transport sector. It also presented an integrated approach to urban transport planning and management, including ADB's contributions to urban transport in terms of knowledge sharing and learning, financing, and inclusive development. This webinar aimed for the participants to:
Asia Leadership Program 2014: Senior Level Session Read more about Asia Leadership Program 2014: Senior Level Session Leaders discussed solutions to renewable energy, urban transport, and green city development at the Asia Leadership Program 2014. he second annual program offering in 2014 was held in Seoul, Korea. The KDI School of Public Policy and Management was the event partner that provided guidance and support to the various key topics for the event.
Asia Leadership Program 2014: Executive Level Session Read more about Asia Leadership Program 2014: Executive Level Session Renewable energy, transport, and green cities were among the key concerns discussed at the Asia Leadership Program 2014. The second annual program offering in 2014 was held in Seoul, Korea. The KDI School of Public Policy and Management was the event partner that provided guidance and support to the various key topics for the event.
Restoring Pedestrian Accessibility in Indian Cities Read more about Restoring Pedestrian Accessibility in Indian Cities Traffic fatalities in India have considerably increased from 15,000 in 1971 to 93,000 in 2004. Unless changes in transport policies and practices change, the country may face even more increasing road accidents in the coming years. At present, India’s transport policy is focused on building more roads. This exacerbates transport issues since more roads encourage more vehicles, and less pedestrian-friendly spaces. It also negatively affects the environment since more vehicles mean more emissions and energy consumption.
Bus Rapid Transit in the People's Republic of China Read more about Bus Rapid Transit in the People's Republic of China The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has been experiencing transport-related problems due to the high volume of vehicles plying its cities. This is compounded by local transport systems beset with capacity, parking, space, and design issues.
Using Economic Instruments to Promote Environmentally Sustainable Transportation in the People's Republic of China Read more about Using Economic Instruments to Promote Environmentally Sustainable Transportation in the People's Republic of China The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is the world’s fastest growing oil consumer and is the second largest energy consumer in the world. As of 2005, its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions level ranked second globally.
Bogotá’s Experience in Sustainable City Development Read more about Bogotá’s Experience in Sustainable City Development The TransMilenyo, a modern yet sustainable bus rapid transport system, has uplifted the quality of life as well as the civic spirit among citizens in the old city of Bogotá in Colombia. The TransMilenyo is a clean development mechanism transport project that not only provided Bogotá with a reliable mode of transportation within the city; it also improved public spaces, and provided bikeways and large sidewalks. It has improved mobility, not just for a select few, but for all citizens of the city.
Interview Video - How to Use Technology to Understand Urban Infrastructure and Human Mobility: A Hands-On Guide Read more about Interview Video - How to Use Technology to Understand Urban Infrastructure and Human Mobility: A Hands-On Guide Emerging technologies and urban mobility go hand-in-hand. Experts give their insights on the role of technology in understanding and planning public transport infrastructure, including its relevance to Asian Development Bank's transport and urban operations.
Session Video - Satellite and GIS Technologies: What Can be Done? Read more about Session Video - Satellite and GIS Technologies: What Can be Done? e-GEOS' Domenico Grandoni presents relevant case studies on using satellite image analysis that has helped Asian Development Bank (ADB) staff in planning infrastructure projects in Baku, Peshawar, Suva, and Pohnpei. His presentation also highlights the advantages of using Earth Observation against traditional methods in planning and rolling out ADB infrastructure projects.