Turning Asia’s Transport Ambitions into Real-World Emission Reductions
COP30: To reduce transport emissions, countries in Asia and the Pacific need stronger policies and targeted spending.
Sudhir Gota
Co-Team Leader, Asian Transport Outlook
Sudhir Gota is an internationally recognized expert in sustainable transport, bringing over two decades of global experience to his work. As Co-team Leader of the Asian Transport Outlook (ATO)—a joint initiative of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)—he plays a pivotal role in shaping transport policies across Asia. Mr. Gota has also co-authored key strategies for sustainable freight for UNCTAD and electric mobility for UNEP, underscoring his dedication to environmentally responsible transport solutions. His expertise is reflected in over 50 policy briefs and was honored with the prestigious 2013 Lee Schipper Scholarship for his contributions to sustainable mobility.
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Building Resilient Ports and a Skilled Workforce for Asia’s Maritime Transformation
Addressing technology, resilience, human capital, and finance will determine whether Asia and the Pacific’s shipping future is defined by foresight or crisis.
Fixing the Fatal Funding Gap Fueling Asia’s Road Safety Crisis
A strategic overhaul in financing—through dedicated funds, development bank support, and performance-based partnerships—can help unlock life-saving investments in road safety across Asia and the Pacific.
Transport Solutions to Unlock the Landlocked
Uzbekistan is transforming its transport sector through rail electrification, road upgrades, and fuel diversification—strategies that offer valuable lessons for other landlocked and developing economies.
Kilometers of Opportunity: Scale Up Asia Pacific Transport Through Regional Cooperation
Strategic investment in resilient, multimodal transport—spanning highways, heavy rail, ports, and airports—offers the region rapid gains in competitiveness and inclusive growth.
Building a 43ドル Trillion Bridge Across Asia’s Infrastructure Gap
Asia and the Pacific face a daunting infrastructure challenge, requiring sustained investment to enhance connectivity, safety, and resilience. While road networks dominate spending, underinvestment in maintenance and limited private-sector involvement threaten long-term sustainability.
Ship Shape: Cutting Delays, Costs and Carbon in Ports
Shipping disruptions drive higher costs, inflate prices, and challenge decarbonization goals, particularly in vulnerable economies. With Asia and the Pacific at the center of global trade, addressing these challenges requires innovative strategies from low-carbon fuels to green port infrastructure.
Six Strategies to Drive Decarbonization in Asian Transport
Transport emissions in Asia and the Pacific are the fastest growing among global sectors, threatening climate goals unless urgent action is taken. Developing sustainable infrastructure, setting ambitious emission targets, and integrating transport into climate commitments are key to reversing the trend.