We often hear that the fight against climate change is one of the most urgent priorities for the region. But consider the case of Ecuador. The country is going through fiscal and social difficulties. Can countries like Ecuador attend all three fiscal, social and environmental priorities at once? While it is not an easy task, a recent IDB study suggests that carefully replacing … [Read more...] about Energy subsidy reform in Ecuador could yield social, fiscal and climate benefits
From the summits of La Paz, to the coast of Jamaica. Celebrating their independence and safeguards.
Bolivia and Jamaica represent two faces of the geography of our atmosphere. While Bolivia offers breathtaking snowy mountains, typical of the Andes Cordillera, Jamaica brings paradise-like Caribbean beaches to the picture. Both countries sum up an aggregated population of nearly 15 million, a territory of more than 1.1 million square kilometers, and an impressive geographic, … [Read more...] about From the summits of La Paz, to the coast of Jamaica. Celebrating their independence and safeguards.
Sovereign Green Bonds: 4 reasons to pay attention in LAC
Chile issued the first sovereign green bond of the American Continent on June 17th and marked a turning point for the Latin American region. With a USD 1.4 bn at 3.5% interest rate and dollar-denominated, the bond was overwhelmingly received by international investors and ground-breaking in several ways. More than 300 investors expressed interest for the transaction at an order … [Read more...] about Sovereign Green Bonds: 4 reasons to pay attention in LAC
Sustainable infrastructure and quality infrastructure are two sides of the same coin
The choices we make on how we travel can have a big impact on the climate. Just ask Greta Thunberg. The Swedish activist shuns flying, which generates roughly 100g of CO2 per km, in favor of the train clocking in at 15g per km. … [Read more...] about Sustainable infrastructure and quality infrastructure are two sides of the same coin
Celebrating Sustainability and Safeguards on Peru´s Independence Day
Thinking about Perú brings to life images of breathtaking green valleys that are lost in sight, vibrant Inca infrastructure, and a world-class cultural and natural richness evident in its people, landscapes and culinary traditions. This 28th of July, we celebrate the social diversity and enriching culture of The Republic of Perú, on the anniversary of its … [Read more...] about Celebrating Sustainability and Safeguards on Peru´s Independence Day