IAIA Regional Symposium: Infrastructure & the Environment 2024
Latin American countries face significant challenges regarding sustainable development, due to their increasing vulnerability caused by severe weather events related to climate change. Coupled with the increasing demand for services and resources, these challenges highlight the urgent need to develop sustainable infrastructure to meet the needs of the growing population. Gather with international experts for this two-day event to discuss current infrastructure challenges in the region, exploring how environmental strategic planning contributes to resilient infrastructure and more sustainable economies throughout Latin America.
- Event Type:
- Workshops/Training Courses
- Date:
- Nov. 6-7, 2024
- Venue:
- Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, Antigua
- Location:
- Antigua , Guatemala
Event Overview
- Environmental and social impact assessment in infrastructure
- Regulatory and financial factors specific to the region
- Society, infrastructure, and the environment: communities in Latam
Examine case studies of environmentally sound infrastructure in different economic sectors, learning about the design, execution, environmental and risk management, lender risk management, and monitoring and follow up.
Discuss sustainable development opportunities in the region, including energy, road networks, urbanism, tourism, industry, agriculture, waste management, and the circular economy.
Explore environmental strategic planning as a tool to manage social and environmental risks in infrastructure needs.
Information
In Guatemala, unique geological, geographic, social, indigenous, and environmental conditions come together, making it a perfect spot for conversations about the broader region’s infrastructure challenges and opportunities.
A World Heritage Site framed by volcanoes, Antigua was established in the early 16th century. Antigua delights visitors with its notable architecture, historic ruins, plentiful farm-to-table restaurants, and bustling open air markets.
Join us in Antigua in November 2024!
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