The critical infrastructure sectors in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) face growing challenges that threaten their efficiency and sustainability. Roads, power grids, water systems and public transportation networks show signs of aging and obsolescence, increasing maintenance costs and reducing the quality of services. Against this backdrop, the Inter-American … [Read more...] about How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Infrastructure in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Transport Policy Lab: Promoting Efficient and Sustainable Transport in Latin America and the Caribbean
How can Washington, DC, Monterrey, Birmingham, and Barcelona, Texas researchers help the climate transition in Latin America and the Caribbean? Climate transition is a significant challenge for developed and developing countries. Under the UN framework, countries must submit their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to reduce emissions. In 2025, countries will be able … [Read more...] about Transport Policy Lab: Promoting Efficient and Sustainable Transport in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Bicycle: A Symbol of Sustainable Transportation
The bicycle has stood as a symbol of human ingenuity for two centuries, embodying simplicity, affordability, reliability, and environmental sustainability. This two-wheeled marvel continues to play a vital role in fostering environmental stewardship and promoting health, making it an unparalleled mode of transportation in the modern era. A Tool for Development and Climate … [Read more...] about The Bicycle: A Symbol of Sustainable Transportation
2024 INFRALAC4ALL: Accessible Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth
The Infrastructure and Energy Sector (INE) of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) organized the Second Regional Forum INFRALAC4ALL: Accessible Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth to bring forward the role of infrastructure in fostering inclusive growth for diverse populations in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). INFRALAC4ALL embodies the “Nothing About Us Without … [Read more...] about 2024 INFRALAC4ALL: Accessible Infrastructure for Inclusive Growth
Encouraging the Participation of Women and People with Disabilities in the Port of Paramaribo, Suriname
The Inter-American Development Bank is embarking on a path to making Suriname's primary cargo port a more inclusive workplace for women and people with disabilities. Long-term gender and diversity transformation require more than sensible actions. It is not enough to implement awareness campaigns on Memorial Day. Changing unequal structures requires full commitment and the … [Read more...] about Encouraging the Participation of Women and People with Disabilities in the Port of Paramaribo, Suriname