The current era is marked by a notable impact of climate change with increasingly pronounced effects and the rising consequences of disasters globally, with Latin America and the Caribbean among the most affected regions. The ability to prevent, mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recover from these challenges becomes essential to ensure the continuity and sustainability of … [Read more...] about The path to Resilience: The new Website of the Disaster and Climate Change Risk Assessment Methodology of the IDB
Raimon Porta
Raimon is a Disaster and Climate Change Risk Management Specialist in the Environmental and Social Solutions Unit (ESG). His work focuses on strengthening the resilience of projects during their preparation and execution based on the systematization of risk analysis and its management according to the IDB Environmental and Social Policy Framework and the Paris Agreement. In addition, he leads the development of tools, guidelines and training workshops to strengthen both internal and external institutional capacities. Raimon is a Civil Engineer, holding Master's Degree from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, with a focus on planning, design and operation of resilient infrastructure that seeks to maximize environmental and social benefits.
Why are technical studies key in the feasibility stage of infrastructure projects?
Imagine that you are planning next year's budget and identifying the projects to be contracted. The community is excited about the upcoming projects. Construction gets underway, but before long, you must deliver unwelcome news—these projects will require more time and prove more expensive than originally anticipated, leading to considerable dissatisfaction among the population. … [Read more...] about Why are technical studies key in the feasibility stage of infrastructure projects?