When discussing how to tackle climate change risks, the role of financial institutions is more important than ever. Banks, funds, and investors have the power to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. But to do that effectively, they need to start by asking a key question: What is the carbon footprint of their portfolio? […]
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As part of its commitment to sustainability and climate action, MAPFRE Peru has launched the campaign “Sowing a More Sustainable Future”, an initiative that highlights its active role in restoring Amazonian ecosystems and its participation as a co-sponsor of the animated film Milagros: An Extraordinary Bear, the first film in the world to receive the
The forests of South and Central America are among the most diverse and ecologically important ecosystems on the planet. From the vast Amazon rainforest spanning nine countries and containing approximately 10% of the world’s known biodiversity, to the cloud forests of Central America that serve as crucial biological corridors between North and South America, these
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This June 5th, the world once again raises its voice for the planet under the theme #BeatPlasticPollution, an urgent call to reduce our dependence on this highly polluting material. With Jeju, South Korea as the global host, World Environment Day 2025 invites us to reflect on our consumption and waste management practices—and to take action
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The environment is not just the scenery that surrounds us—it is the foundation of our existence. It provides the clean air, drinking water, nutritious food, natural medicines, and raw materials we depend on to survive. Yet for decades, we have exploited these resources unsustainably, without fully considering the consequences. Today, we face a global environmental
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Every June 5th, millions around the world come together to celebrate World Environment Day—a key date to reflect, take action, and promote change for the planet’s health. But how did this initiative begin? What themes have been addressed over the years? And what’s the focus for 2025? It all started in 1972, when the world
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In an era of accelerating climate challenges, cities around the world are rethinking the way people move through urban space. From congestion to emissions to unequal access, mobility has become one of the most pressing issues in modern urban planning. One district leading this shift is Miraflores, in Lima, Peru. Widely known for its tourism
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From May 26 to June 1, Latin America celebrates the first-ever Sustainability Week (SxS), an initiative set to mark a turning point on the path toward more conscious, regenerative tourism aligned with the climate challenges of our time. At Green Initiative, we join this coalition—led by Turtech, Plan 21, and Preferred by Nature—as strategic partners,
Cristo Redentor Sanctuary, Rio Book, and Green Initiative Sign Collaboration Agreement to Launch Climate Certification of this Iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site Aligned with UN Tourism efforts to promote sustainable tourism best practices across the region, and inspired by the achievements of Machu Picchu, the Santuário Cristo Redentor, Rio Book, and Green Initiative have signed
Tourism, recognized as an engine for development and a promoter of cultural exchange, operates as a highly complex sector. Its structure ranges from small community-based enterprises to giant hotel chains and airlines, interacting within diverse and often fragile ecosystems. This very complexity places the sector at the center of a critical dual reality in the
Brasil: Bahia, Paraná, Santa Catarina, Rio de Janeiro
Canada: Toronto
Mexico: Ciudad de México
Netherlands: Maastricht
Peru: Lima (HQ)
Switzerland: Zürich
USA: Washington – DC, San Francisco, CA
