The unprecedented challenges posed by climate change demand immediate and effective action by governments and finance ministries to address the challenges of mitigation and adaptation. Addressing the climate crisis will require aligning between 7% and 19% of annual GDP, which will represent spending between $470 billion and $1.3 trillion in infrastructure and social spending … [Read more...] about How to assess and optimize public climate spending? Exploring options for Latin America and the Caribbean
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Building a Greener Future: Tools for a Just Transition in Energy Across Latin America and the Caribbean
To address climate change and meet the goals of the Paris Agreement, countries worldwide must undergo profound socio-economic transformations towards carbon neutrality. But what are the social impacts of this transition in Latin America and the Caribbean? How can a just transition be integrated into the climate change agenda? And what actions can governments in the region take … [Read more...] about Building a Greener Future: Tools for a Just Transition in Energy Across Latin America and the Caribbean
Barbados: Turning vulnerability into climate action
“Vision without action is merely a dream. Action without vision is merely passing time. But vision with action can change the world,” said Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley. These powerful words underline the country's commitment to deliver results and ensure we win the climate change battle, as Barbados has no choice. In a world where the effects of climate change are becoming … [Read more...] about Barbados: Turning vulnerability into climate action
“Sí Se Puede”: 3 Key Measures to Advance Towards Prosperous and Carbon-Free Economies
Did you know that development and decarbonization can go hand in hand? Adopting the path towards carbon neutrality can bring significant benefits to our region. These are the main findings of the study "Costs and benefits of achieving carbon neutrality in Latin America and the Caribbean," which examines various options the region can implement to achieve net zero emissions … [Read more...] about “Sí Se Puede”: 3 Key Measures to Advance Towards Prosperous and Carbon-Free Economies
Walking the Talk to 2024 Climate and Biodiversity Agenda
Today, Latin America and the Caribbean stand at a turning point to shape a new sustainable economy. We are presented with a momentous chance to embrace the sustainability revolution as the development opportunity of the 21st century. This journey goes beyond protecting the environment and reducing carbon emissions: it's about creating jobs, improving public health, reducing the … [Read more...] about Walking the Talk to 2024 Climate and Biodiversity Agenda