Did you know that Uruguayan beef is becoming increasingly popular in Japan? Looking at various food review sites, the rich and juicy taste served in thick slices seems to be the reason why the grass-fed Uruguayan beef is popular in Japan. Exports of Uruguayan beef to Japan resumed in February 2019 for the first time in about 20 years. As of March 2021, Uruguayan beef … [Read more...] about Why does the price of beef in Japanese restaurants rise when a drought occurs in Uruguay? An example of the impact from Climate Change
How can we manage the social risks associated with the use of security personnel in projects?
The use of security personnel to protect the communities and assets related to a project is a common practice in Latin America and the Caribbean, a region where 43% of the population says they are constantly afraid of being victims of a crime. The decision to hire security personnel usually arises after assessing the risks that threaten human security and assets related to … [Read more...] about How can we manage the social risks associated with the use of security personnel in projects?
How can climate and biodiversity action deliver sustainable recovery from Covid?
Latin America and the Caribbean face the triple challenges of COVID, biodiversity loss, and climate change. The region is one of the most affected by the pandemic, facing an economic contraction of 7.4%. Today, we are in the warmest year and the warmest decade humanity has seen. We have seen hurricanes Eta and Iota devastated the lives of more than three million people in … [Read more...] about How can climate and biodiversity action deliver sustainable recovery from Covid?
What does our new Environmental and Social Policy Framework entail for a project with Indigenous Peoples?
At the beginning of a project, we ask ourselves how it will improve the lives of beneficiaries. When these beneficiaries will be Indigenous Peoples, we also ask ourselves how development benefits and opportunities should be promoted in a culturally appropriate manner. This is precisely one of the objectives of the Environmental and Social Performance Standard on Indigenous … [Read more...] about What does our new Environmental and Social Policy Framework entail for a project with Indigenous Peoples?
How climate science is guiding Suriname’s policy planning
Suriname is undoubtedly one fascinating country as it is multicultural, multi-lingual, and even multi-gastronomic – which presents some exciting decision-making when it comes to food. But despite these assets, the country is also highly vulnerable, especially to the impacts of climate change and natural … [Read more...] about How climate science is guiding Suriname’s policy planning