QII.1 Maximizing the positive impact of infrastructure to achieve sustainable growth and development

The Lao PDR Power Grid Improvement project is enabling a state-owned electric utility to distribute power more reliably and efficiently. This supports QII.1 by reducing energy losses, increasing supply reliability, and lowering costs. These measures are key to ensuring the development of residential, commercial, and industrial sectors in the area.

The bus rapid transit (BRT) pilot project supports QII 1 by substantially improving travel conditions in the Greater Dakar Area. It will provide quick, safe, reliable, and less-polluting public transport services to over 320,000 people. The BRT fleet of buses will be financed and operated by a private operator, which will result in better-allocated resources, increased financial capacity, and efficient bus fleet operation.

With a growing economy that demands increased energy, Türkiye is committed to producing more efficient, renewable energy that supports sustainable growth and reduces dependency on imports. The $352.3 million Geothermal Development Project responds to the government’s interest in scaling up private sector investment in the geothermal energy sector. The World Bank is helping to stimulate the Turkish geothermal market to increase its market attractiveness.

Toyama City, Japan, is widely recognized as a role model for compact city development. The city took an integrated approach to urban and transport planning, with a focus on its light rail transport system. In this way, the city is realizing the positive impacts of infrastructure in line with QII.1. Benefits of a compact city that maximize development impact included reduced traffic congestion, reduced CO2 emissions, and a more vibrant city center.