Maritime bulletin Energy consumption container terminals

This document synthesizes the most pertinent findings of a survey of over 41 container terminals around the world of which 30 are located in Latin America and the Caribbean and represent 1/3 of the regional annual container throughput in 2014. The results are part of a global study on energy consumption in terminals and ports of all kinds. Follow ‐ up publications including a larger set of countries as well as with specifications for bulk cargo, liquids and gas are under way. Furthermore, sub ‐ regional and national seminars are envisaged over the course of the year to present the study’s resu…

The Caribbean and the post-2015 development agenda

This paper will contend that the post-2015 development agenda presents a major opportunity for Caribbean countries to reverse decades of lagging economic performance and make the transition to balanced, holistic, and people-centred growth and development. The MDGs, while valuable in promoting gains in poverty reduction, health, education, nutrition, and maternal well-being were not tailored to the growth and development needs of the region. This can now be changed by a post-2015 development agenda which goes beyond improving the welfare of citizens by meeting basic needs and enhancing access t…

Invitation Green Aruba VI 27 & 28 October, 2015

Good day and welcome to Green Aruba VI! Over the past six years Green Aruba conference has evolved into an excellent platform for the exchange of information and knowledge of sustainable and best practices for the desired transition from fossil fuels to cleaner, more environmentally friendly energy sources and resources. Besides showcasing Aruba´s progress and challenges in regard to the accelerated penetration of renewables in the total energy mix, we would also like to exhibit the experiences and knowledge of other institutions and island nations in this field. Sharing the achievements on th…

Final assessment report. Assessment of Development Account Project 06/07 AM Strengthening national capacities to design and implement sustainable energy policies for the production and use of biofuels in Latin America and the Caribbean