Learning Loss Persists Even After Schools Reopen
Student monitoring and remedial programs are needed to avoid the long-term effects of school closures in Asia and the Pacific during the pandemic.
Prolonged Trade Tensions Hamper Efforts to Reach Global Net Zero Goals
The countries responsible for 88% of global emissions, including large emitters in Asia, have pledged net-zero emissions by 2050, yet current efforts are insufficient. Integrating trade policies with climate initiatives could break the gridlock and bring us closer to this crucial goal.
A Burning Issue: Managing Air Quality in Cities and Rural Areas
There are viable solutions for the harmful practice of agricultural burning but they need government and private sector support to scale up.
Three Pathways to Inclusive Green Housing for Women in Asia and the Pacific
Addressing Asia and the Pacific's urgent need for affordable, green housing is vital for women's resilience and sustainable development. It requires inclusive policies, awareness, gender-sensitive financing, and technology-enhanced access to financing.
Strategies for Rapidly Decoupling Carbon Dioxide Emissions from GDP in Asia and the Pacific
Asia and the Pacific, accounting for 60% of global CO2 emissions, face the critical task of decoupling economic growth from carbon emissions amid varied economic statuses, from high-income nations to emerging economies, each grappling with unique challenges.
How Fintech Can Enable Financial Inclusion and Reduce Gender Gaps in India
The traditional banking system in India is struggling to meet the needs of under-served communities, including women. Fintech solutions can bridge this gap and expand financial inclusion if pursued carefully and with the right precautions.
Climate Solutions: Three Paths to Expanding Investment in Green Hydrogen Energy
The use of green hydrogen could be a critical factor in addressing climate change but policymakers, industry leaders and investors need to fund essential infrastructure and encourage research and development.
Five Ways the Health Sector Can Help Combat Climate Change
The health sector is both a first responder to climate change and a major contributor to the problem. It should take a leading role in the far-reaching solutions needed to address the issue.
Innovative Financing: How Education Bonds Can Help Students in South Asia
State-sponsored investment bonds, and the right policies, can transform education in South Asia amidst rising challenges.
Trade Resilience: Four Strategies for Strengthening Supply Chains in Asia and the Pacific
As global economic corridors gain momentum, a comprehensive approach to trade and transport facilitation is essential to strengthen supply chains for sustainable growth.