Who likes a noisy bedroom? What about a living room that feels cold in winter and hot in summer? While this is currently the reality of city life for many of us, it does not have to be. According to our recent report, Latin Americans and Caribbeans can get better buildings with more comfortable temperatures, noise insulation, and, wait for it: cheaper bills too! But getting … [Read more...] about Decarbonized buildings will be more comfortable and cheaper to live in
Mainstreaming Natural Capital to Drive Increased Nature-Positive Investments
At this year’s UN Biodiversity Conference in Montreal (COP15), countries are gathering to finalize the post-2020 global framework on biodiversity (GBF). In the landmark agreement, countries are expected to commit to halt biodiversity loss by 2030 and institute a new global plan to deploy resources for the conservation and restoration of nature. The finalization of the framework … [Read more...] about Mainstreaming Natural Capital to Drive Increased Nature-Positive Investments
Net-zero industry could be just around the corner – if governments do this
We often take materials for granted. Steel, cement, chemicals, glass, and bricks form the physical reality of our civilization. We use them to build houses, schools, hospitals, offices, roads, and dykes to reduce the impact of natural disasters. But can we continue to rely on them when their production causes 34% of global CO2 emissions and global leaders pledge to reach … [Read more...] about Net-zero industry could be just around the corner – if governments do this
Are you concerned about the environmental or social impacts of a project financed by the IDB Group?
Find out how and to whom you can express your concerns about potential environmental or social impacts of an IDB Group-financed project. *Emilia, a representative of a community in El Salvador, was concerned about the potential impacts of an IDB-financed road construction project that required her and others in her community to be resettled. There was a lot of uncertainty … [Read more...] about Are you concerned about the environmental or social impacts of a project financed by the IDB Group?
Five Recommendations to Better Support Long-term Adaptation Planning in LAC
The Paris Agreement, ratified by 193 parties, including all countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, aims to strengthen the global response to climate change including by increasing the ability of countries to adapt to the adverse impacts of climate change and foster climate resilience and by making finance flows consistent with a pathway towards climate-resilient … [Read more...] about Five Recommendations to Better Support Long-term Adaptation Planning in LAC