The BID-Femsa 2020 Award for the most innovative solutions in water, sanitation and solid waste awards prizes of up to US $ 10,000 three winners in each category. Many of the great innovations in history have emerged at times of greatest need. 2020 has undoubtedly been one of the most critical years for our generation. But it can also be a year of great innovations that help … [Read more...] about BID-FEMSA 2020 Award: calling out innovations in water, sanitation and solid waste management
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Using sustainable gastronomy to foster solidarity and resilience
On World Sustainable Gastronomy Day, platforms such as #SinDesperdicio and the Social Gastronomy Movement make collaborative work at the center of their strategy. *By Nicola Gryczka Today, June 18, is Sustainable Gastronomy Day, a United Nations-designated day of observance of those using gastronomy sustainably to create a better and healthier planet for everyone. … [Read more...] about Using sustainable gastronomy to foster solidarity and resilience
Water and soap against coronavirus in Latin America and the Caribbean
The coronovarius pandemic (COVID-19) is a reminder of how vital safe water and sanitation services are to all. Today as we commemorate World Water Day, we remind you of the importance of taking care of the resource, but in this particular year we want to underline the importance of taking care of ourselves and our communities. Washing your hands thoroughly with soap and … [Read more...] about Water and soap against coronavirus in Latin America and the Caribbean
Optimal sanitation: Focus on the Americas at World Water Week 2019
The Inter-American Development Bank is coordinating the Focus on the Americas sessions during World Water Week in Sweden’s capital, with a focus on adopting a new paradigm to close the gap in secure sanitation services in the region. En español aquí. Providing safe sanitation for all in Latin America requires not only significant investments, but a change of … [Read more...] about Optimal sanitation: Focus on the Americas at World Water Week 2019
Awards for Innovation in water and sanitation 2019
The IDB-FEMSA Awards to innovation on water and sanitation are reaching their tenth anniversary in 2019 and will be celebrating the occasion with a special edition. This year we are launching Ideas into Action an award specifically for water and sanitation utilities in the region. First, second, and third place winners of the IDB-FEMSA Awards will receive US$15,000, … [Read more...] about Awards for Innovation in water and sanitation 2019