We live in a world full of uncertainties. The COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine are but two of the last examples. Climate change similarly comes with uncertainties, and we are seeing it with what happened in Texas in the last winter for instance: an unexpected change of “normal” climate conditions generated a serious humanitarian crisis due to the collapse of the power … [Read more...] about How do we rethink water planning in the face of a future shaped by climate change?
Conventional infrastructure and regenerative sustainable infrastructure: promoting projects with a positive net impact
Infrastructure is the main driver of human development, but it is also the main trigger for environmental and social impacts on the planet, such as those associated with the loss of biodiversity, the transformation of ecosystems and greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, decisions regarding its design, construction and operation have incredible potential to create systemic … [Read more...] about Conventional infrastructure and regenerative sustainable infrastructure: promoting projects with a positive net impact
Reflecting on the causes of discrimination against the LGBTIQ+ community
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB) opens a space for us to reflect on good practices. To do so, we must first ponder again upon a question that may seem simple, but that ends up being decisive when considering and addressing the risks faced by the LGBTIQ+ community: why does discrimination occur and what are some of its drivers? I … [Read more...] about Reflecting on the causes of discrimination against the LGBTIQ+ community
5 steps to prevent the risks of sexual and gender-based violence in projects
You might recall that in the first installment of this series we introduced you to the town of Tremont. Tremont is the backdrop for the stories that illustrate the risks addressed by Environmental and Social Performance Standard 9 (ESPS 9). This standard, which is part of our new Environmental and Social Policy Framework (ESPF), recognizes that the risks of sexual and … [Read more...] about 5 steps to prevent the risks of sexual and gender-based violence in projects
The many faces of sexual and gender-based violence in development projects
The equitable and active participation of women, men, LGBTQI+ populations and social organizations in identifying, preventing and addressing sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) risks is an important mechanism to protect the most vulnerable people from these cultural manifestations of violence. Gender-based violence is any harmful act perpetrated against a person's will … [Read more...] about The many faces of sexual and gender-based violence in development projects