Publication
30 January 2024

Preparing the Workforce for the Low-Carbon Economy: A Closer Look at Green Jobs and Green Skills

This brief explores the occupations and skills likely to be needed for green jobs in Asia and the Pacific.

Article
25 January 2024

Transforming Davao Region into a Southeast Asian Logistics Hub

The region is strategically located as a gateway to the People’s Republic of China, Japan, and ASEAN markets, including the BIMP-EAGA subregion.

Publication
24 January 2024

Accelerating AI in ASEAN: Addressing Disparities, Challenges, and Regional Policy Imperatives

The paper discusses the significance of AI, the challenges of deploying AI in Southeast Asia, and the need for ASEAN-centric policies.

Article
23 January 2024

ASEAN Tourism and Transport Ministers Support Sustainable Travel

Initiatives include shifting to sustainable aviation fuel and more environment-friendly transportation modes, such as electric vehicles.

Article
19 January 2024

Building a Sustainable Digital Economy in Southeast Asia

This entails collaboration among digital economy companies, stakeholders, and regulators on market, technological, and institutional development.

Publication
18 January 2024

Transition from Coals to Renewable Energy: Evidence from Indonesia

This paper identifies challenges and constraints of Indonesia’s energy transition mechanism.

Article
17 January 2024

Malaysia’s Energy Transition Plan Spells Business Opportunities in Sabah and Sarawak

The country's shift to net zero is seen to propel high-impact industries, including MSMEs, as well as attract investments and generate job opportunities.

Publication
16 January 2024

Gig Economy Employment during the Pandemic: An Analysis of GrabFood Driver Experiences in the Philippines

This brief examines health, gender, and sustainability issues affecting the work of GrabFood drivers.

Article
12 January 2024

Carbon Pricing: Closing the Loophole in ASEAN's Climate Commitment

Carbon pricing reveals the true costs of fossil fuels, making it an effective tool to help communities choose low-carbon products and advance governments' net-zero goals. 

Podcast
11 January 2024

Experts Talk Solutions: Ming Tan

Ming Tan, founding executive director of the Tech for Good Institute, says micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises must be part of the fight against climate change.

Article
9 January 2024

Indonesia Can Lead the Way on Ocean-Based Climate Action

Protecting and strengthening blue carbon ecosystems, developing offshore renewable energy, and decarbonizing domestic shipping all have potential to significantly reduce emissions. 

Publication
8 January 2024

A Road Map for Scaling Up Private Sector Financing for the Blue Economy in Thailand: Investment Report

This report considers ways to mobilize and scale up private sector investment in areas such as aquaculture and marine renewable energy to help bolster sustainable blue development.

Article
8 January 2024

Reducing Flood and Climate Risks in Mindanao River Basins

The project takes into account future climate change impacts and incorporates nature-based solutions.

News
5 January 2024

ADB and GEF Jointly Announce Asia and the Pacific Natural Capital Fund

The concessional fund is designed to support projects that enhance food security while also protecting and restoring natural capital.

Publication
4 January 2024

Strengthening Foundations to Unlock Green Finance in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic

This brief sets out ways Lao PDR can offset the financial impacts of climate change and start improving its creditworthiness to unlock green growth.