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Progress of the ROSA Project: Network and Observatory for Water Sustainability - Year 1: February 2023 - March 2024

3 Apr 2024 | Briefing note

The water and sanitation crisis requires a holistic, systemic and multilateral response to accelerate the achievement of SDG 6. In the region there is a lack of available data on the governance, management or environmental aspects of water, the data that exists on Drinking water and sanitation are dispersed among national institutions and countries' capacities to report on different sustainable water management indicators. To accelerate compliance with SDG 6, Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) countries need to promote policies and incentives based on timely, reliable and standardized …

Session 3 "Transboundary Waters: Management, Cooperation and Peace" - Regional Water Dialogues for Latin America and the Caribbean 2024

25 Mar 2024 | Briefing note

ECLAC’s Regional Water Dialogues in Latin America and the Caribbean 2024 included a session on “Transboundary Waters: Management, Cooperation and Peace” co-organised by the Water Convention (UNECE), the Organisation of American States, and the Inter-American Development Bank. The session was a call to strengthen water cooperation in the region, with the aim to enhance water security and prevent conflict. By showcasing different experiences and perspectives from countries and basin organizations, participants explored the needs for and the benefits of cooperation at various scales and across se…

Session 6 "Water Security, Climate Resilience, and ROSA Experiences" - Regional Water Dialogues for Latin America and the Caribbean 2024

22 Mar 2024 | Briefing note

Session 6 of the 2024 Regional Water Dialogues, focused on Water Security and Climate Resilience: Contributions and Experiences for the Water Sustainability Network and Observatory (ROSA), highlighted the regional challenges and strategies for addressing water management and climate change. Countries shared national experiences, lessons learned, and discussed the importance of technology, watershed protection, and multisectoral participation in water management.…

Session 1 "Water, Agriculture, and Ecosystems" - Regional Water Dialogues for Latin America and the Caribbean 2024

22 Mar 2024 | Briefing note

Session 1 Water, Agriculture, and Ecosystems of the 2024 Regional Water Dialogues highlighted the critical interdependence between sustainable water management, efficient agriculture, and ecosystem protection. This meeting also emphasized the urgency of adopting innovative and sustainable agricultural practices that improve water use efficiency and promote soil regeneration, to ensure food security. The session highlighted the importance of strategic partnerships and international cooperation, underscoring the crucial role of the private sector and the need for cross-sectoral and g…

Session 7 "Opportunities for the Circular Economy in the Sanitation Sector – Towards a Roadmap for LAC" - Regional Water Dialogues for Latin America and the Caribbean 2024

22 Mar 2024 | Briefing note

Session 7 of the 2024 Regional Water Dialogues addressed the Opportunities for the Circular Economy in the Sanitation Sector , with the aim of presenting a roadmap that transforms public policies and regulatory frameworks to expand investment opportunities in circular systems. Moderated by Mr. Diego Fernández, senior expert in the Drinking Water and Sanitation sector of ECLAC, the session highlighted the importance of innovation, multi-sector collaboration, and sustainable financing to move towards a circular economy in sanitation.…

Session 2 "Water and Productive Development" - Regional Water Dialogues for Latin America and the Caribbean 2024

22 Mar 2024 | Briefing note

Session 2 Water and Productive Development of the 2024 Regional Water Dialogues delved into the interplay between water management, energy, and sustainable development. It stressed the urgency of adapting energy matrices to renewable sources due to climatic variability. The session highlighted the need for significant investments and intersectoral cooperation to advance towards more efficient and sustainable water and energy management, pointing out the crucial role of the private sector in this process.…

Technical Assistance: Methane Utilization and Nutrient Recovery in Selected Municipalities of Panama

20 Mar 2024 | Briefing note

On March 14, 2024, a key training session was held in Panama City, focused on the implementation of the circular economy in the drinking water and sanitation sector. This meeting, organized in the Management Hall of the Panama Canal Authority, featured the presence of international and local experts, who shared knowledge and methodologies for methane utilization and nutrient recovery in selected municipalities of Panama.…

Activities by the members of the Regional Group of Experts on Water Resources in Latin America and the Caribbean between May and December 2023

22 Jan 2024 | Briefing note

The Regional Group of Experts on Water Resources in Latin America and the Caribbean was created in the preparatory framework for the 2023 World Water Conference. Between May and December 2023, its members have promoted various activities that contribute to the acceleration of reaching the SDG 6. You can find expanded information on select activities below:…

The 4th Meeting of the Regional Expert Group on Water Resources in Latin America and the Caribbean

13 Dec 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.…

ECLAC Presents the Challenges in Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation and Proposals on Sustainable Water and Energy Transitions at the COP 28 Side Event in Dubai

4 Dec 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).…

ECLAC Presents Opportunities and Challenges of Water and Gender Gaps at the Launch of the Institute for Equality and Equity for Sustainable Development at the University of Mendoza

1 Dec 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.…

ECLAC Participates in the 9th Water Dialogues of LAC - Spain, Focused on Finance for Closing Gaps in the Water Sector

28 Nov 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.…

ECLAC conducts Workshop on Circular Economy in the Water and Sanitation Sector, co-organized with the Commission for the Regulation of Drinking Water and Basic Sanitation (CRA) in Colombia

15 Nov 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.…

"Promoting Water Sustainability": ECLAC Participates in CODIA Workshop on Water Quality, Wastewater Management, and Valorization of Wastewater

30 Oct 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.…

ECLAC organizes in collaboration with UNICEF and SIWI parallel event titled 'Water and Sanitation in the Context of Climate Change' during the Climate Week in Panama

27 Oct 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 …

ECLAC participates in the WCC Clorosur Water Forum 2023

17 Oct 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.…

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