Smart Development: Delivering Wins for Jobs and Climate Jamie Fergusson June 18, 2026 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/climatechange/smart-development--delivering-wins-for-jobs-and-climate Smart development is the idea that the investments countries and companies make to tackle persistent development needs—building roads, growing food, managing waste, or connecting people—can also build resilience and cut emissions. When designed well, these investments last longer, perform better, and deliver more value. Ultimately, this lays the foundations for job creation and sustainable growth. Done right, it’s not a trade-off; it’s a multiplier.