Green Transportation: Electric Vehicles in Latin America
Electric vehicles are a critical part of a clean transport agenda, but strong policy incentives are needed to promote widespread EV adoption in Latin America.
Analysis
Video
Clean Energy Innovation in Latin America
In the wake of the COP21 global climate talks, governments must shift attention to how they will actually follow through on the commitments made in Paris. One concept is central to achieving that goal – innovation.
COP 21 & Climate Change Policy in Latin America
Though the COP21 negotiations promise to be complex, they also present an opportunity for the region to address existing vulnerabilities.
Peace and the Environment in Colombia
Peace in Colombia promises to bring many environmental benefits to the country, but also poses environmental risks .
Latin America Clean Transport Forum
The electrification of the transportation sector is crucial to reducing carbon emissions and tackling global climate change.
Can Latin America transition to low carbon energy?
The agreements of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and COP21 in Paris put Latin American governments in a crucial stage to take action by developing adequate policies to scale up investments in renewable energy and making alliances to receive capacity-building and technological support.
How Can Latin America Move to Low-Carbon Energy?
Latin America faces some of the toughest obstacles to halting energy emissions, but many countries in the region also have among the best opportunities to reach climate goals.
Does Solar Energy Have a Bright Future?
How are recent energy policy changes in Brazil, Mexico, and elsewhere shaping the outlook for solar development in the medium to longer term?
Colombia Advances toward Electric Transportation
Electric transportation is a critical part of a clean transport agenda that can put Colombia on a path toward improving air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
¿Qué le falta a Bogotá para masificar el carro eléctrico?
“La industria automotriz en el país ha sido conservadora, teniendo en cuenta la responsabilidad de aproximar, facilitar y promover el uso de las nuevas tecnologías”
Bolivia & the Global Fight Against Climate Change
In the past year, the Bolivian government has emerged as an outspoken critic of climate change policies.
Climate Change & Latin America
In December, world leaders will travel to Lima, Peru to participate in United Nations COP 20 talks.
Latin America is Making the Case for Green Growth
Latin American countries are demonstrating that “green growth” strategies can promote economic development.
Development vs. Conservation
Ecuador may well play a decisive role in the outcome of the global tension between economic development and environmental conservation.
Is Latin America Ready to Cope with Climate Change?
As global temperatures continue to rise with the global community stalled on any way to stop them, countries must prepare to adapt to increasingly volatile environmental conditions.