P-Talks

This P-Talk focuses on tapping geothermal energy, a renewable and clean energy source. Yash Sen, an industry practitioner in India working on radiant heating and cooling and low energy buildings, presents the technical nuances of geothermal energy systems and emerging technological trends. He also addresses the applications, challenges, and growth potential of geothermal energy through […]

This P-Talk examines the impact of climate change on productivity in APO member economies. Michael Tan, Chief Executive Officer of the Singapore Productivity Centre, moderates a discussion with Professor Yong Joon Jang of Kyung Hee University, the Republic of Korea, on key findings from the APO Productivity Outlook 2025. Professor Jang highlights how rising temperatures […]

This P-Talk highlights the critical importance of building institutional capacity to manage climate risks sustainably. It addresses how developing and emerging economies can integrate climate risk management into their core institutional functions, avoiding repeated economic losses from climate disasters. Drawing from global experiences and real-world case studies, the session explores the common challenges countries face, […]

This P-Talk showcases a comprehensive approach to improving the textile industry’s sustainability, from input controls to output management. By adopting the outlined frameworks, companies can reduce their environmental footprint while enhancing productivity and competitiveness. Huynh Van My Linh, Manager of Business Development at Bureau Veritas, Vietnam, leads an insightful discussion on the critical role of […]

This P-Talk explores the relationship between financial inclusion and productivity in developing economies, both theoretically and empirically. Dr. Guna Raj Bhatta, Deputy Director of Nepal Rastra Bank, shares his insights from his collaborative research with the APO on financial inclusion and total factor productivity in Nepal. He outlines the motivation for the research, its methodology, […]