Exports of solid waste and secondary raw materials generate annual earnings of over US$23 billion for countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). More than 2% of total merchandise exports in Latin America and the Caribbean consist of secondary raw materials and solid waste, generating an average annual income of approximately US$23 billion. In contrast, these … [Read more...] about Solid Waste and Secondary Raw Materials in Latin America and the Caribbean: Source of Resources and Revenue in the International Market
Water and Sanitation
Handwashing: A powerful act
The simple act of handwashing may seem a trivial part of your day, but its impact goes far beyond keeping hands clean. It’s an effective and powerful measure to prevent diseases and ultimately save lives, as we witnessed during the pandemic. But are we fully aware of the importance of this practice? A look at history This was not always the case. In fact, until less … [Read more...] about Handwashing: A powerful act
The Americas’ road to 10th World Water Forum with OLAS Data
Spanish version available here The Regional Process of the Americas has come to an end. This process — coordinated by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in collaboration with governmental actors and various organizations in the region — aims to produce the regional report on the status of water in Latin America and the Caribbean, which will be presented at the 10th … [Read more...] about The Americas’ road to 10th World Water Forum with OLAS Data
Women Upstream: Celebrating Resilience and Impact on International Women’s Day
Written by Andrea Ortega In a world where access to water remains a challenge for 17 million people and where 72 million people still lack access to sanitation, according to WashData; women emerge as central figures in the fight for equity and sustainable development in this sector in Latin America and the Caribbean. Women play a leading role in access to water and … [Read more...] about Women Upstream: Celebrating Resilience and Impact on International Women’s Day
Schools: Gateways to Water Access
On World Education Day, we share a project that changed the lives of Uruguayan children and families in rural areas. This initiative, centered around water access through schools, has made a significant impact. *By Andrea Ortega C. We are in Chacras de Borghi, located in the Uruguayan department of Flores, 2.30 hours north of Montevideo. Here, schools … [Read more...] about Schools: Gateways to Water Access