Regional and area planning

The ancient pairing of architecture and books has always been an interesting topic for debate, and the increasing popularity of electronic books has recently added fuel to the fire.

Human activities are significantly modifying the natural global carbon (C) cycles, and concomitantly influence climate, ecosystems, and state and function of the Earth system.

The urban environment - buildings, cities and infrastructure - represents one of the most important contributors to climate change, while at the same time holding the key to a more sustainable way of living.

This book is an authoritative account of rural development in Iran, spanning 60 years and 2 distinct political regimes.

The State Planning, unlike National Planning, does not usually follow a serious academic and consultative process.

' a brilliant exploration of urbanism between the concept city and the lived city.

' a brilliant exploration of urbanism between the concept city and the lived city.

A handbook for the practitioners, this book is a complete treatise on the topic of Smart, covering:1.

Three distinct aspects of urbanization have been discussed laying stress on existing ununanimity on urban 'definition' and its variations, the level and growth of urbanization across the world through decades since mid-twentieth century with comparative assessment of different urban forms and urbanization in the Third world in its socio-economic and environmental perspective.

As the world moves into the twenty-first century where more than half of its population lives in urban centres, the problems it faces, particularly in the areas of energy and environment, will shift to the developing countries.

Theoretical Foundations of Development Planning in five volumes presents a unique collection of papers contributed by a group of outstanding international economists.

Theoretical Foundations of Development Planning in five volumes presents a unique collection of papers contributed by a group of outstanding international economists.

This book is collection of articles on the rapid ongoing transformations within the Asian cities in the period when Asia is rising economically.

This book, documenting twenty-three case studies, attempts to capture the distinct qualities of leadership at grassroots level in Tamil Nadu.

This book attempts to examine the challenges that a Mega City like Delhi is set to face, Describing the growth and development of Delhi, it takes a close look at the unplanned growth of the city, mushrooming of unauthorized colonies, regularization of unauthorized colonies and resettlement of squatters.

This set of three volumes is not just a compilation of essays in Honour of Professor Ashok Kumar Dutt, it personifies his life as a person and a professional.

The idea of community development grew, in large part, out of the activities of colonial administrators.

While supporting the livelihoods of most of the developing world's urban poor, the informal sector also deprives them of basic services and social protection.

This publication explores how multilateral development banks (MDBs) can help improve infrastructure resilience in light of increasing climate and disaster risks.

Transit-oriented development (TOD) has been recognized as a suitable option to help address urban development issues in India.

This manual sets out how to combine road safety audits with the International Road Assessment Programme methodology to form Star Ratings for Road Safety Audit.

The national single window (NSW) enables an environment for traders and transport service providers to interact efficiently with cross-border regulatory agencies in international trade.

The Asia Small and Medium-Sized Enterprise Monitor (ASM) is a knowledge-sharing product developed as a key resource for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprise (MSME) development policies in Asia and the Pacific.

This report proposes a research program to determine the suitability of Vetiver grass for slope protection and the potential of liquid soil catalysts for improving soil-bearing capacity in Cambodia.

These guidelines were developed through the collaborative efforts of the Asian Development Bank and the Municipal Department of Environmental Protection of Tbilisi City Hall.

Many countries are exploring the use of concrete to improve the reliability of their road networks.

Members of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program rely on open-sea ports of third-party countries outside borders as conduits for exports and imports.

This guide provides comprehensive information on Mongolia's local currency bond market.

This publication builds on a vision for Assam, the largest state in northeast India, to follow an outward-looking growth strategy and become a $75 billion economy by 2025.

Tajikistan and other countries in Central Asia, such as Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, are striving to align technical and vocational education and training (TVET) with their economic realities.

The Greater Mekong Subregion Economic Cooperation Program Strategic Framework 2030 (GMS-2030) aims to strengthen regional cooperation and integration in critical areas.

This publication provides an analysis of key challenges and opportunities for the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) to realize its development goals by 2030 and beyond.

Economic corridor development (ECD) is pursued by developing member countries of the Asian Development Bank to spur economic growth.

This publication looks at several corporate governance issues, and provides an analysis of four core areas of corporate governance in South Asia in light of global trends and best practices.

As economies become more integrated, development challenges are becoming more transnational.

Since 1998, the Asian Development Bank and the Government of Rajasthan have partnered to bring sustainable development to the cities and towns of Rajasthan, in northwest India.

This publication presents a detailed overview of the current state of the public-private partnership (PPP) environment in the Philippines.

Almaty, a vibrant metropolis in Kazakhstan, is only 80 kilometers away from lake Issyk-Kul in the Kyrgyz Republic, renowned for its mountains and moderate summers.

This publication covers the review and assessment of existing and potential of trade in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan along the proposed Shymkent-Tashkent-Khujand Economic Corridor (STKEC).

The economic and social impacts of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have been dramatic, and transport has played a central role in its spread.

The Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Tourism Strategy 2030 sets out the long-term vision, objectives, programs, and targets to promote sustainable, safe, and inclusive tourism development in the region and enhance its attraction as a competitive tourism destination globally.

This report reviews the energy landscape in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka with the aim of supporting improved energy efficiency in these South Asian countries.

This publication explores the potential of the Meghna River as an alternative water source for Dhaka.

The formation of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in 1967 was originally driven by political and security concerns.

This publication aims to support impact evaluation in the transport sector by assessing what has been produced against what might be possible.

This publication highlights how public-private partnerships (PPPs) can be effective to meet Asia's growing infrastructure needs.

This publication explores the views of stakeholders in the two decades of partnership between the Asian Development Bank and the Kolkata Municipal Corporation in India.

This publication helps guide investment planning and financing across key urban infrastructure sectors of Azerbaijan to improve the performance of cities---with a focus on economy, equity, and environment.

This publication examines the development assistance of the Asian Development Bank since Timor-Leste gained independence in 2002.