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Sustainability and the Environment

Countries in Latin America are working to integrate environmental considerations into sustainable development plans and strategies. Institute activities might include research and convenings that identify best practices and policy recommendations to strengthen countries’ capacities to adapt and adopt climate-mitigation techniques.

Events

Aerial view of Hurricane Maria
Apr
12
2023

Overcoming Challenges to Fight Climate Change in Latin America

Climate change threatens the social, political, and economic fabric of societies across the Western Hemisphere. The Latin America and Caribbean region is particularly vulnerable to climate volatility such as droughts, floods, melting glaciers, and rising sea levels. Leaders across the globe must

Videos

Overcoming Challenges to Fight Climate Change in Latin America (Video)

April 12, 2023

Duration: 3 hours 17 minutes