#ADBNews : We have partnered with Rupshi Seed Crushing to build an energy-efficient, multi-oilseed crushing plant in the Narayanganj District, Bangladesh.

The new plant will save water, decrease energy costs, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions: ow.ly/eFXC50RJpXs

Climate change is heating up the oceans, intensifying storms, and causing more floods, raising pressure on coral reefs.

Our report aims to increase awareness of the vast opportunities to fund the restoration of coral reef ecosystems in Asia and the Pacific.

How can we further social inclusion when gender identity and sexual orientation are involved?

We asked Harvard Visiting Researcher and former UN Independent Expert on SOGI Victor Madrigal-Borloz.

#IDAHOBIT

Susanna Zammataro, Director General of IRF®️ (Official Account), shares how knowledge-sharing is essential to building solutions for sustainable transport.

#ADBTransportForum

More than 2 billion people in Asia and the Pacific still lack access to safe and clean water.

Here are three cost-effective ways to help countries boost their current supply.

#ADBNews : ADB has approved a loan to improve the reliability and resilience of electricity supply in Sikkim, India.

The project will modernize the power distribution system by upgrading it with 770 km of climate-resilient conductors: ow.ly/6t0s50RHRGW

Electric and hybrid cars are the fastest-growing product exports from developing Asia and the Pacific

The sector has been boosted by increased efforts to curb emissions, which increased the demand for rechargeable batteries and solar panels: ow.ly/1AnY50Ra6Wb

Women and girls are facing risks from extreme heat and violence triggered by increasing temperatures and fueled by patriarchal norms.

By focusing on climate change adaptation and resilience, we can lay the groundwork for a safer future for all: ow.ly/pcFS50RA6Cx

ADB and the government of Sri Lanka have built a large-scale wind farm on Mannar Island.

The project will help the country achieve its goal of generating 70% of its electricity from renewables by 2030. 🌿

Nature-based solutions are key to addressing environmental challenges in Asia and the Pacific.

ADB’s Yoko Watanabe talks about three initiatives that will help scale up investments across the region.

#ADBNews : In 2023, ADB channeled $16.4 billion in cofinancing for climate action and sustainable development in Asia and the Pacific, alongside the bank’s commitments of $23.6 billion.

More in our Partnership report published today: ow.ly/i9rK50RGGHZ

According to a recent report, generative AI could add up to $4.4 trillion to the world’s GDP.

How can we ensure this new technology will expand financial inclusion in Asia and the Pacific? ow.ly/7J4X50RmQQZ

#ADBNews : ADB has priced a 2-year global benchmark US dollar bond worth $3.5 billion, proceeds of which will be part of the Bank’s ordinary capital resources. ow.ly/3cUx50RGFJu

Nature is critical in building climate resilience.

ADB’s new initiative aims to help conserve Asia and the Pacific’s biodiversity and strengthen the resilience of vulnerable communities.

Here's how: ow.ly/jisr50QToxA

Generative AI is becoming a driver of development and has the potential to bring both abundance and division.

It is essential for governments to recognize this now, to help fuel a future that benefits all: ow.ly/14oS50RxBNf

The Pacific region faces unique challenges in bringing about economic growth.

Our blog shares four recommended actions to tackle domestic labor shortages while helping to sustain remittance flows: ow.ly/aKlQ50QTXpO

ADB Managing Director Woochong Um welcomed nearly 600 participants to the Transport Forum in Manila.

The discussion will focus on transformative strategies to decarbonize the transport sector and promote climate-resilient infrastructure.

📍Read the opening remarks:

Southeast Asia needs $200 billion to build green, resilient, and sustainable infrastructure.

Watch how the ASEAN Catalytic Green Finance Facility helps accelerate green financing across the region.