By Tomas Serebrisky, Javier Morales and Diego Margot* Climate change has an increasingly important role in IDB’s projects , strategies and policies. In this institution, the importance of climate change as a pillar to sustainable development in Latin America is undeniable. However, the critics argue that the climate change agenda is imposed either directly or through … [Read more...] about Who cares about climate change?
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Jamaica’s PPCR Investment Plan Will Mainstream Climate Change Adaptation
Coral Reef Restoration in the Caribbean from el BID - the IDB on Vimeo. Jamaica’s Pilot Program for Climate Resilience Investment Plan will support the aims of the country’s Strategic Program for Climate Resilience to identify vulnerable communities; strengthen institutions for mainstreaming climate change and policy formulation; build capacity for forecasting, planning and … [Read more...] about Jamaica’s PPCR Investment Plan Will Mainstream Climate Change Adaptation
Pink drones out of control over the Andes!
No, this is not some military project aimed at equipping wildlife with lethal capabilities. The project is actually harmless. It seeks to increase our knowledge of flamingo flight patterns in southern Bolivia, with the ultimate goal of better locating future infrastructure development in the region. To achieve that, we joined a group of field ornithologists to equip five adult … [Read more...] about Pink drones out of control over the Andes!
Chile – Clean Technology Fund Investment plan
Investment plan for Chile emphasizes renewable solar power and energy efficiency Chile’s CTF investment plan will strengthen the country’s energy security and meet its commitment to tackling climate change. Prepared by the country’s Energy Ministry with input from national stakeholders, the IDB, and other multilateral and bilateral institutions,the original plan was … [Read more...] about Chile – Clean Technology Fund Investment plan
BOLIVIA – Pilot Program for Climate Resilience Improvements in water supply infrastructure and irrigation systems will increase climate resilience in urban and rural areas in Bolivia
An IDB program to reduce the vulnerability of the municipalities of Batallas, Pucarani and El Alto in Bolivia to future water shortages by increasing water storage and supply infrastructure, improving irrigation systems and establishing water management measures will be financed by the Pilot Program for Climate Resilience (PPCR) and the IDB. The projected water deficiencies … [Read more...] about BOLIVIA – Pilot Program for Climate Resilience Improvements in water supply infrastructure and irrigation systems will increase climate resilience in urban and rural areas in Bolivia