Assessing Sources and Pathways of Nutrient Pollution in the Coral Triangle Read more about Assessing Sources and Pathways of Nutrient Pollution in the Coral Triangle This study explores a model depicting nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) contributions of Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines in the Coral Triangle. The need to control N and P is essential to ensure water quality, marine life, and livelihood sustainability.
Irrigation Management Modernization: Country Assessment in Thailand Read more about Irrigation Management Modernization: Country Assessment in Thailand This presentation describes the agricultural context and water resource situation in Thailand. The anticipated future of agricultural scenario in the country, particularly irrigation management modernization as a transition implication using the ABCDEF Framework, is discussed.
New Water Policy and Plans for Irrigation Development in the People's Republic of China Read more about New Water Policy and Plans for Irrigation Development in the People's Republic of China This presentation highlights issues related to the Government of the People's Republic of China (PRC)'s decision to increase investment in the water sector, particularly the development of water-saving irrigation. The government of PRC also intends to promote international cooperation through the establishment of 3 Centers of Excellence.
Ram Kumar Shrestha Keywords CWIS water sanitation ADB sanitation dialogue nepal wastewater treatment water security Read more about Ram Kumar Shrestha Ram is the Project Director for the Urban Water Supply and Sanitation (Sector) Project with the Department of Water Supply and Sewerage Management under the Ministry of Water Supply in Nepal. The country is currently undertaking a significant program to upgrade and expand its water and sanitation services. For example, in 2016, only 34% of urban households have septic tanks and only 15% have sewer connections. Overall, municipalities lack funds and skilled personnel to provide cost-effective services.
Community-Based Total Sanitation: Innovation in Total Sanitation Approach When Basic Sanitation is Insufficient Answer for Diarrhea Reduction Read more about Community-Based Total Sanitation: Innovation in Total Sanitation Approach When Basic Sanitation is Insufficient Answer for Diarrhea Reduction Over a hundred thousand children in Indonesia die every year from diarrhea due to lack of access to improved latrines. To reduce the number of diarrhea cases in the country, Plan Indonesia has adopted a Community-Based Total Sanitation approach that represents a new paradigm for responding to the challenge.
Citarum River Read more about Citarum River The Citarum River is the most important river basin in West Java, Indonesia. Economic development and population growth, however, have contributed to the river’s current perilous situation. Working hand in hand is essential to protect this precious resource and achieve a better Citarum.
River Settlers: Improving Their Welfare Read more about River Settlers: Improving Their Welfare Urban poor housing development is an investment and does not only constitute social expenses. The Community Organizations Development Institute in Thailand, through the Baan Mankong program, has adopted a demand-driven and holistic development approach to empower the urban low-income community.
Housing and Emergence of Slums in Asian Cities Read more about Housing and Emergence of Slums in Asian Cities While Asian cities experience a rapid transformation, the number of slum dwellers in the region remains higher than anywhere else. Developing inclusive approaches—recognizing that the poor are a part of the growth and transformation story—is needed to increase access to formal urban housing.