World Bank News
-
How green are Asia’s post-Covid economic recovery plans?Stimulus packages to kickstart pandemic-hit economies can either shape a low-carbon future or lock the world into a fossil fuel system. Which countries in Asia are leading the green transition? -
Bangkok on track for more green spaces with park on old train lineSky park shows how space-starved cities can repurpose unused land for green spaces that can ease the effects of climate change.
-
What's being done to fix water scarcity in Asia's most water-stressed countries?This World Water Day, we highlight the 6 most water-stressed countries in Asia and ask what (if anything) is being done to boost water security. -
Tiny loans lead to bigger debts, land losses in CambodiaThe rapid rise of tiny loans aimed at helping poor Cambodians has led to more debt, with many borrowers forced to sell land.
World Bank Opinion
-
Covid-19 demonstrates urgent need for cities to prepare for pandemics– Cities and towns need to deepen understanding of their risks from disease outbreaks, as for other more visible threats like extreme weather. -
Averting a Covid-19 security crisis in Africa– Although Covid-19 does not affect all equally, it does confirm the axiom that, in today’s interconnected world, global challenges require global solutions. The only way to build a safer post-Covid world is to ensure that Africa is not left behind. -
Key investments can build resilience to pandemics and climate change– To manage the twin threats of the coronavirus pandemic and climate change, building resilience against both is imperative and urgent. We are going to have to multitask on this one, as delay will cost lives and livelihoods.
Videos
-
Highlights from Ecosperity Week 2019– Eminent speakers and thousands of attendees discussed strategies for a resource-efficient future at Ecosperity Week 2019. As they heard about the science of global warming, delegates were called upon to be part of the solution.
-
Ideas to tackle the existential threat of global warming– Suggestions by delegates at the World Bank's recent Innovate4Climate event in Singapore included: Supporting developing countries in their efforts to conserve the forests, and launching more incubators for climate-friendly solutions.
-
Rewiring the global energy sector– Battery technology could reshape the global energy sector, and this year's #Innovate4Climate summit in Singapore will focus on the cutting-edge innovation that could change the energy landscape.
Subscribe
-
Subscribe to the Eco-Business NewsletterReceive the latest news in sustainability, daily or weekly. -
Play your part with EB ImpactEB Impact is a non-profit organisation focused on delivering training and programmes in Asia Pacific.
