Lao PDR has been shifting its development trajectory to a green growth path that is more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable. Currently, there is a range of challenges and costs associated with solid...
The Environment and Waste Management Project (EWMP) aims to support the Government of Lao PDR (GOL) to reach its objectives, as stated in the National Green Growth Strategy 2030; to implement policies...
In Laos, the solid waste generation has recently increased substantially. However, the solid waste collection is not undertaken adequately and it is considered to be one of main sources for high-level...
The aim of this report is to present the results of a comprehensive risk assessment and in-depth technical and economic analysis on recommended resilience building measures for five selected watersheds...
In order to promote environmentally friendly behaviors, it is fundamental not only to consider and modify already existing infrastructure and facilities, or rethink physical prompts and cues in the environment...
The aim of this report is to present the results of a comprehensive risk assessment and in-depth technical and economic analysis on recommended resilience building measures for five selected watersheds...
This final report presents the findings and recommendations of the World Bank-funded study on air pollution in Lao PDR. The study serves as technical basis to inform the air pollution component of the...
The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the Lao PDR) economy has been growing fast in recent decades. Between 1990 and 2019 gross domestic product (GDP) increased by an average annual rate of 6.8 percent...
Due to rapid urbanization and economic development in Lao PDR, the amount of solid waste is increasing, and with it the plastic waste fraction. Building on the 8th National Socio-Economic Development Plan...
Lao PDR is moving towards middle-income country status, because of strong economic growth. However, the country faces new challenges due to consumption and production patterns, which are resulting in higher...
Waste management is an emerging issue in Lao PDR that requires further understanding. Due to rapid urbanization and economic development, coupled with an increasing number of yearly tourists, solid waste...