14 de December de 2023 | Briefing note
El 14 de diciembre de 2023 se realizó, en Bogotá, el evento de diálogos con respecto a la sanción de la Ley 2327, que establece la definición de pasivo ambiental y fija la estrategia para su gestión, entre otras disposiciones, promulgada el 13 de septiembre de 2023. Este importante hito se llevó a cabo en el Auditorio Luis Guillermo Vélez en el Congreso de la República de Colombia.
14 de December de 2023 | Briefing note
En el cuarto taller presencial del “Foro permanente de diálogo técnico sobre innovación, desarrollo tecnológico y agregación de valor al litio de los países del Triángulo y México”, sus representantes se reunieron con el propósito de compartir conocimientos y experiencias en la explotación del litio en el salar de Uyuni a partir de los avances y desafíos por parte de la empresa estatal YLB.
13 December 2023 | Briefing note
The 4th Meeting of the Regional Expert Group on Water Resources in Latin America and the Caribbean, held on December 13, 2023, focused on collaborative efforts in water resource management. Key topics included the upcoming Regional Water Dialogues of 2024, and the ROSA project. The meeting emphasized the importance of synergy and collaborative action among various international organizations and experts, and detailed plans for the Regional Water Dialogues 2024.
4 December 2023 | Briefing note
The side event that took place in the SDG Pavilion aimed to foster knowledge exchange and discuss the potential benefits of integrated water-energy systems. It underscored the importance of a coordinated approach to water and energy in the context of climate change mitigation and adaptation, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals 6 (clean water and sanitation), 7 (affordable and clean energy), and 13 (climate action).
1 December 2023 | Briefing note
On the occasion of the official opening of the Institute for Equality and Equity for Sustainable Development at the University of Mendoza, an event was held to unveil the objectives of this new research institution and introduce its four directors: Gabriela Ábalos, Marcela Andino, Valentina Erice, and Silvina Furlotti.
28 November 2023 | Briefing note
The high-level event was organized by the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) and took place in Madrid on November 28, 2023. In its 9th edition, the Water Dialogues of LAC - Spain, emphasized financing for key infrastructures in water security and climate resilience, highlighting the importance of achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 and reducing gaps in the sector.
17 November 2023 | Briefing note
ECLAC was present in the XXIV Conference of Ibero-American water Directors, inviting them to be a part of the Water Sustainability Network and Observatory (Red y Observatorio para la Sostenibilidad del Agua, ROSA).
15 November 2023 | Briefing note
The training mission on circular economy in the water and sanitation sector took place in Bogotá, D.C., on November 15, 2023. The workshop was organized by ECLAC and the CRA and covered topics such as the sustainable transition of water, methane management, and nutrient recovery. It featured sessions led by distinguished experts and was attended by senior executives from national-level public service providers, regional corporations, and national entities related to water and sanitation.
30 October 2023 | Briefing note
The workshop organized by the Conference of Ibero-American Water Directors (CODIA) took place from October 30 to November 1, 2023, in Montevideo, Uruguay. The workshop focused on water quality, wastewater management, and wastewater valorization in Latin America. It addressed pressing issues related to water quality and wastewater in the region, including the lack of adequate sewage systems, industrial and agricultural pollution, and the importance of wastewater treatment and valorization.
27 October 2023 | Briefing note
During the Latin America and the Caribbean Climate Week 2023 (LACCW 2023), ECLAC, in collaboration with UNICEF and SIWI, organized the parallel event titled "Water and Sanitation in the Context of Climate Change," with the motto of ensuring the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for the most vulnerable in the context of climate change. The event highlighted the challenges related to water and sanitation in the context of climate change, particularly the vulnerabilities of populations in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Prominent experts contributed from their various fields of expertise to gain a comprehensive understanding of the current situation in the region.
17 October 2023 | Briefing note
On October 17, the exciting event WCC Clorosur Water Forum 2023 took place, a joint initiative of the World Chlorine Council - WCC and Clorosur. Through this event, ECLAC joined the conversation about the importance of sanitation and its vital link to economic, social, and environmental development.
16 de October de 2023 | Briefing note
En el tercer taller presencial del “Foro permanente de diálogo técnico sobre innovación, desarrollo tecnológico y agregación de valor al litio de los países del Triángulo y México”; sus representantes se reunieron para compartir experiencias y conocimientos en el desarrollo de proyectos clave para agregar valor en torno al litio; y para el intercambio de ideas y acciones para promover una integración regional en la agregación de valor, innovación y el desarrollo productivo de los países de la región.
11 October 2023 | Briefing note
During the 65th Meeting of the Regional Conference on Women in Latin America, the relevance of the connections between this conference and other ECLAC bodies was emphasized. The role of water in gender equity was highlighted, identifying four gaps and promoting specific investments, execution with a gender perspective and inclusive monitoring, in accordance with the Regional Action Agenda for Water.
6 October 2023 | Briefing note
The DIAA 2023 seminar on October 6, 2023, orchestrated by the Inter-American Association of Sanitary and Environmental Engineering (AIDIS), explored the intersection of water governance, human rights, and social consensus in Latin America and the Caribbean. Several experts from different organisations were present to share their insights on these important themes.
29 September 2023 | Briefing note
With excellent attendance, on Friday, September 29th, the first virtual seminar of the ROSA network was held, composed of founding countries: Bolivia, Colombia, El Salvador, Panama, and the Dominican Republic. The seminar took place in synergy with the Conference of Ibero-American Water Directors (CODIA), the Cooperation Fund for Water and Sanitation (FCAS), and the Center for the Study and Experimentation of Public Works in Spain (CEDEX). The seminar was part of the Third Session of the Virtual Course "Sectoral Policy and Planning for Sanitation and Wastewater Treatment," specifically in the second module focusing on "Development of the Regulatory, Institutional, and Financial Framework of the Sanitation Sector in LAC." The event had the participation of more than 114 connected people, including all the focal points of the countries in the ROSA project network.
25 September 2023 | Briefing note
The event, held in Bogotá, was organized by the Kingdom of the Netherlands through its Water Valuation Initiative and was attended by delegations from Chile, Colombia, and Peru.
30 de July de 2023 | Briefing note
Con la participación de más de 2000 líderes mundiales relacionados con investigaciones sobre sostenibilidad, en ciudad de Panamá, Panamá
24 July 2023 | Briefing note
Undeniably, Panama has taken a decisive step to support the sustainable use of transboundary water resources, becoming the first country in Latin America to adhere to the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes (Water Convention) of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe - UNECE. Panama's adoption into this convention marks a regional milestone and underscores its leadership in environmental protection and the promotion of a sustainable economy.
20 de July de 2023 | Briefing note
San José, Costa Rica, 20 de julio de 2023 (IICA)
5 de July de 2023 | Briefing note
Delegaciones de YPF Tecnología (Y-TEC) de Argentina, Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos (YLB) de Bolivia; la Corporación de Fomento de la Producción (CORFO) de Chile; y de Litio para México (LitioMx) de México participaron el 27 y 28 de junio de una visita técnica al Salar de Atacama en Chile. La actividad se enmarca en el Plan de Acción Bienal del “Foro permanente de diálogo técnico sobre innovación, desarrollo tecnológico y agregación de valor al litio de los países del Triángulo y México” y fue organizada por la CEPAL y la CORFO. El objetivo de la visita fue compartir experiencias en temas como las tecnologías evaporíticas eficientes, el monitoreo integrado de salares, la producción de carbonato de litio de mayor pureza, la certificación de sostenibilidad, y los procesos de extracción y producción en los salares.