Picture this. Maria watches the gathering clouds uneasily as she hurries home, hoping to beat the coming storm. As a single mother living in a hillside slum community outside San Salvador, she knows her flimsy tin-roofed shack offers little protection against heavy rains. Three years ago, when tropical storm Amanda hit, she and her two young children huddled together on … [Read more...] about A Storm Blows in Inequality – 3 Solutions to Adapt to Climate Change While Fighting Poverty
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3 Ways to Decarbonize a Resilient Building in the Caribbean
The Caribbean countries are highly exposed to climate events, and buildings, especially housing, are particularly vulnerable. Those countries with a higher use of resilient materials perform better against climate impact and have smaller overall economic losses. Cement and steel are among the most important resilient building materials in the Caribbean, but also require … [Read more...] about 3 Ways to Decarbonize a Resilient Building in the Caribbean
Why Assessing Contextual Risks Matters: How Understanding the Context Contributes to the Effectiveness of Operations
In the realm of development interventions, where efforts aim towards addressing multifaceted challenges such as poverty alleviation and infrastructure development, the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) plays a pivotal role. Recently, the IDB updated its Environmental and Social Policy Framework, emphasizing the importance of fostering inclusive and prosperous societies … [Read more...] about Why Assessing Contextual Risks Matters: How Understanding the Context Contributes to the Effectiveness of Operations
Climate and Finance Adaptation in Latin America and the Caribbean
Climate change is a risk to public and private finances. 2023 was (for now) the warmest year on record, reaching 1.4°C above pre-industrial level. With El Niño raging strong the region grappled with unusually strong droughts, forest fires, hurricanes, and massive floodings with disastrous consequences. At first glance, these events can bring important loss of lives and material … [Read more...] about Climate and Finance Adaptation in Latin America and the Caribbean
Can we reconcile food production and biodiversity conservation in a world shaped by climate change?
Savoring a sweet papaya or watching a couple of toucans across lush hills, it's easy to appreciate the gifts of nature that sustain our lives. Plants and animals form ecosystems that provide us with clean water, nutritious food, breathable air, fertile soil, and awe-inspiring beauty that makes life more joyful. Latin America and the Caribbean harbor a treasure trove of … [Read more...] about Can we reconcile food production and biodiversity conservation in a world shaped by climate change?