Power to the Poor Pilot Project is providing financial support to the targeted poor and women-headed households that are unable to finance the initial cost of connection to the grid.
NAM THEUN 2 -Â Tajikistan Learns from Laos' Experience The Republic of Tajikistan is planning to expand its hydropower program and a week-long visit to Laos focused on NT2's environmental, social, and engineering performance. More
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REPORT -Â What's Driving the Wildlife Trade? A review of expert opinion on economic and social drivers of the wildlife trade and trade control efforts in Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, and Vietnam. Report | Executive Summary (Lao) (251kb pdf)
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GENDER NEWSLETTER -Â Shining a Light on Women's Productivity in Lao PDRÂ In Lao PDR, many poor, primarily women-headed rural households find it impossible to connect to the electricity grid. A major obstacle for these households is the connection fee of about $100. More (638kb pdf)
REPORT -Â Teaching in Lao PDR This study examines progress in the education sector in Lao PDR, with special focus on teachers in primary and secondary schools. Report (2.18mb pdf)
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CASE STUDY - Paving the Road for Better Capacity in Lao PDR This report examines the way in which the roads sector can contribute to national development objectives. Report (743kb pdf)
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