In addition to helping mitigate the climate crisis, addressing climate change in a comprehensive manner has the potential to generate enormous economic and social benefits. In the case of Colombia, progress has already been made in key areas. For example, in 2022, jobs associated with environmental activities related to air and climate protection, wastewater management, as well … [Read more...] about Accelerating the green fiscal agenda in Colombia
José Manuel Sandoval
José Manuel Sandoval is a Senior Specialist in Climate Change and Sustainability at the IDB. He completed undergraduate studies in Finance, Government, and International Relations at the Universidad Externado de Colombia and the Institute of Political Studies of Paris (Sciences-Po). He holds dual master's degrees in Environmental Management from Universidad Javeriana and in International Affairs from The Fletcher School, Tufts University. He has over 20 years of professional experience in climate change, green growth, and sustainable development, working with multilateral banks, government entities, and international agencies, as well as in the private sector. He has participated in the development of public policies, formulation and monitoring of international cooperation projects, climate finance initiatives, and international negotiations on climate change and sustainable development.
Yes, reducing emissions and generating economic and social benefits in Colombia is possible!
Imagine waking up in any Colombian city in the mid-century, let’s say the year 2045, with access to 100% renewable energy for a warm shower and having breakfast with coffee from sustainable and low-carbon crops. Think of people heading to work riding an electric or regular bicycle - more affordable and faster - without worrying about traffic or air pollution. Picture cities … [Read more...] about Yes, reducing emissions and generating economic and social benefits in Colombia is possible!
Cleaner air helps create sustainable cities in Colombia
For decades, air quality indices in Bogotá and Medellín were not as positive as those presented between March and May 2020, following the mandatory confinement ordered by the government to face COVID-19. Caused by increasing air pollution from emissions from traffic and industrial and productive activities, the constant red, orange and violet alerts had become almost … [Read more...] about Cleaner air helps create sustainable cities in Colombia