In today's world, where we are inundated with information, trust has become a rare asset. Trust in nature`s resilience, in institutions that safeguard our planet, and in one another's ability to act. Conservation Trust Funds (CTFs) embody this principle by serving as reliable, transparent, and long-term mechanisms to finance conservation. But CTFs go beyond finance. They are … [Read more...] about Trust for Nature: Why Conservation Trust Funds (CTFs) are key to a Thriving Planet
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Amazônia Sempre Station at COP30 in Belém
Hosted in the Brazilian Amazonia, set to take place in Belém, Brazil, COP30 represents a pivotal moment for the conservation and sustainable development of the region. As the first COP hosted in Amazonia, it will take place in the world's largest tropical forest, home to nearly 60 million people and a territory that covers 42% of the territory in Latin America and the … [Read more...] about Amazônia Sempre Station at COP30 in Belém
What is and what is not Bioeconomy? – An Amazonian perspective
Amazonia holds the largest rainforest in the world with unparalleled biodiversity, abundant natural resources and home to almost 50 million people. The Amazonia region provides perfect ecological and social characteristics for Bioeconomy products and services to thrive, while Bioeconomy offers an alternative and transformative model to predatory forms of development that focus … [Read more...] about What is and what is not Bioeconomy? – An Amazonian perspective
In El Salvador, A New Generation of Social Protection for Disasters
Disasters cause massive disruptions, poverty and migration. Learning from COVID-19, a new generation of social welfare programs will help the poorest better cope with extreme weather events Storms, fires, droughts and other disasters are a harsh reality for Latin America and the Caribbean. Their occurrence has increased five- to sixfold in the past 50 years. According to IDB … [Read more...] about In El Salvador, A New Generation of Social Protection for Disasters
Barbados’ Ocean Literacy: Educating and Inspiring Future Generations
Following the Debt for Nature Conversion in 2022, the IDB continues to support the Marine Spatial Planning Process of Barbados; one key milestone and fundamental pillar is Ocean Literacy. Did you know that the ocean produces over half of the world's oxygen? Yet, despite its critical role, our understanding of the ocean remains limited. The ocean has become a critical player … [Read more...] about Barbados’ Ocean Literacy: Educating and Inspiring Future Generations