Five Innovative Strategies to Minimize Loss and Damage from Climate Change
Climate change is threatening vulnerable communities throughout Asia and the Pacific. To minimize the losses, five key strategies should be pursued.
Three Ways Finance Departments Can be a Secret Weapon Against Climate Change
Finance ministries are empowered with functions that allow them to lead a comprehensive, government-wide approach to address climate change.
Carbon Pricing: Asia's Untapped Revenue Stream in the Climate Fight
Developing countries in Asia and the Pacific are among the hardest hit when it comes to climate change and yet many have limited resources to address the issue. Valuing carbon as a commodity and developing the immature carbon market is an important strategy for the region moving forward.
Four Ways to Use Public Financial Management to Address Climate Change
Bangladesh has made dramatic strides in reducing the deaths and economic impact of climate-related weather events. Public financial management has played a role in these achievements, offering important insights for other countries.
When Governments Talk Climate, Investors Listen: Policies Can Drive Green Investments
Governmental policies can influence individual investor behavior, driving them towards sustainable investments and shaping' risk perceptions and investment choices.
More Crops Per Drop: Four Ways Armenia Can Conserve Water Resources Amid a Changing Climate
Armenia faces severe water challenges due to climate change and needs immediate and long-term strategies to safeguard its water resources and ensure sustainable agriculture.
Navigating A Just Transition: Leave No One Behind in the Battle Against Climate Change
Countries in Asia and the Pacific face challenges and opportunities in the transition to a low-carbon future. Clear plans and coordinated efforts can make the difference.
Turning the Tide: The Crucial Role of Oceans in Fighting Climate Change
Sustainable marine projects and innovative financing like blue bonds are part of growing global efforts to look beyond land-based solutions – and consider the ocean economy – to address climate change.
Driving Green Investments: How Fiscal Reforms and Governance Can Spur Climate-Resilient Development
Governments in Asia and the Pacific are navigating fiscal reforms and enhancing governance to align finance with climate action. This includes using national adaptation plans, climate-inclusive fiscal frameworks, and green budget tagging initiatives.
Climate Threat: Rising Sea Levels and Stronger Storms Highlight the Need for Coastal Resilience
Climate change is threatening coastal communities worldwide. Using local knowledge, as well as innovative practices such as parametric insurance, is needed to enhance coastal resilience and mitigate the impact of climate change.