5 Ways to Make the Most of Philippine Education Investments
A new survey yields insights on the main factors that influence Filipinos’ education investment choices.
Why Wastewater Matters, and Innovation is Indispensable
Innovative solutions can help Asian cities and communities leapfrog wastewater management challenges.
5 Ways Technology is Improving Governance, Public Service Delivery in Developing Asia
India, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand are paving the way for technology to make governance more effective.
With ADB Assistance, Marawi Looks Forward to Rebuilding
Vice-President Stephen Groff explains how a new ADB loan and grants package will help boost economic activity in the southern Philippines.
Digital Solutions for Financial Inclusion
Worldwide, there are 1.7 billion people who are outside of the formal banking and financial system. They struggle with high fees and risky systems to undertake even simple financial transactions. Digital innovations offer new ways to bring them out of financial darkness.
Bringing Renewable Energy to a Small Philippine Island
On Malalison Island, in the Philippines, people are enjoying 24/7 electricity service through the use of solar hybrid technology, a new kind of battery storage and smart metering.
Metros Push Up Land Values—So Why Not Create a Triple Win?
In cities around Asia, governments are exploring ways to capture the increased value of land near public infrastructure projects, and direct these funds back toward the needs of city residents.
Repelling Mosquitoes (and Ignorance) with Science and Technology Education
Teaching science, technology, engineering and math benefits students and society in a variety of ways.
Crystal Clear: Asia’s Cities are Finding Innovative Ways to Clean Their Skies
In cities across Asia, air pollution levels are reaching alarming levels. There are workable solutions to cleaning up the air of the region’s urban areas but it will require resolve and innovation.
Investing in Marine Protected Areas is Investing in Our Own Survival
Marine protected areas are a powerful way to allow ocean life to rebound while at the same time supporting tourism, local communities and sustainable fishing