Around 267 million people in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) suffer from food insecurity. This means that 40% of the population lacks physical or economic access to sufficient safe and nutritious food to meet their daily needs and lead a healthy life (FAO, 2022). But the problem doesn't end there, as 8.6%, 56 million inhabitants, experience hunger in its raw form, meaning … [Read more...] about Protecting the Planet to Ensure Food Security
Addressing occupational hazards and accidents in development projects
According to a study published in 2021 by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Labor Organization (ILO), nearly 2 million people die each year from work-related causes. 81% of these deaths correspond to non-communicable diseases and 19% are related to occupational injuries. There is also a reported trend of deaths from heart disease and stroke associated … [Read more...] about Addressing occupational hazards and accidents in development projects
Water, women and interculturality: a global perspective based on the case of Bolivia
Water is one of the planet's most precious resources and access to an adequate and safe supply of water for personal and domestic consumption is a fundamental human right. However, almost one-sixth of the world's population lacks access to it. Among the groups most affected by this are women, due to the predominant role they must take on in some societies to ensure the … [Read more...] about Water, women and interculturality: a global perspective based on the case of Bolivia
How is the NDC Pipeline Accelerator Trust Fund helping LAC move closer to realizing the Paris Agreement Targets?
Countries continue to invest in low-carbon and climate-resilient development, reducing the probability of new environmental and social crises emerging in the foreseeable future. The IDB continues to use concessional finance and technical assistance to ramp up climate action and support Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) countries facing the climate crisis. The LAC region … [Read more...] about How is the NDC Pipeline Accelerator Trust Fund helping LAC move closer to realizing the Paris Agreement Targets?
Earth Day: a friendly reminder to address the climate crisis!
April 22 is Earth Day and it is a reminder of one of the most pressing issues we face today: climate change. This year's Earth Day coincides with the just recent launch of the IPCC's sixth assessment report on climate change, making it a particularly significant occasion. The report's findings highlight the urgent need for action to address the climate crisis and protect our … [Read more...] about Earth Day: a friendly reminder to address the climate crisis!