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Last week, we accelerated action to strengthen stakeholder capacity for organic waste management public policy planning during a trip to Porto Alegre, Brazil! ?? As part of our ongoing "Accelerating the Implementation of Projects and Creating Enabling Conditions to Reduce Emissions" project, funded by the Climate & Clean Air Coalition, we’re collaborating with the State Secretariat for Environment and Infrastructure of Rio Grande do Sul (SEMA/RS - Secretaria do Meio Ambiente e Infraestrutura - Governo do RS) We actively participated in the Rio Grande do Sul Climate Change Forum, engaging with the State Secretariat on challenges and opportunities for #methane emissions mitigation in the solid waste sector. ?? ?? Check out the recording here: https://lnkd.in/dEGfBiQC During the Forum, we organized and facilitated a workshop focused on identifying barriers and solutions for composting, bioenergy and food recovery projects in the state, bringing together 40 participants from a diverse range of sectors. ?? Key Visits during our trip ??: ?? ?We toured a biogas-to-biomethane production system at the largest sanitary landfill in Rio Grande do Sul, processing 5,000 tons of municipal solid waste per day. We also checked out an innovative, compact solution developed by Igapó, processing organic waste from large commercial generators. ?? Cooperativa Ecocitrus' composting facility, operated by a citrus growers’ cooperative, with a capacity to process up to 20,000 tons per day, producing high-quality, traceable #compost. ?? ?Met with the president of the State’s Central Supply and Distribution Center for Fruits and Vegetables (CEASA) to discuss expanding operations of the regional #foodbank. See how RO is making a real impact on cutting #methane emissions in the Global South and beyond! ? https://bit.ly/RO2P25CE #Sustainability #ClimateAction #WasteManagement #OrganicWaste #Biogas #FoodRecovery #EmissionsReduction #CutMethane

?? Minimum Social Safeguards (MSS) in sustainable finance taxonomies ensure that economic activities labeled as "sustainable" or "green" meet essential rules for upholding social objectives. But what are these key objectives? ?? ? Human rights ? Labor & working conditions ? Prevention of corruption & bribery ? Fair competition ? Gender equality While there’s been growing momentum globally, many taxonomies still lack detail on applying these safeguards, which affects compliance rates. For example, a recent report on Mexico’s sustainable taxonomy found that 61.5% of financial operations studied didn’t meet MSS compliance by early 2025. In our latest blog, researchers Ana Him (CCAP) and Ana Citlalic González-Martínez (Planisphera Sustentabilidad A.C.) explore Latin America's progress in MSS compliance and the trends shaping the region’s social objectives reflected in countries’ taxonomies. ???? One standout: Chile’s new taxonomy is setting the bar for including specific safeguards and criteria to protect social pillars in environmentally sustainable activities. ?? This new framework not only aligns with international guidelines but encourages taxonomies worldwide to strengthen safeguards, ensuring that "green" investments truly meet both social and environmental standards. ?? Read more here: ? https://bit.ly/4hOv1C3

Tune in to hear #CCAP Executive Director Allison Bender Corbett live from #Brasilia as the Climate & Clean Air Coalition Conference wraps up! Allison shares insights on the lasting, systemic impact the Recycle Organics Program is driving across the 25 countries it supports! #CutMethane ?? ?

Our team continues to make waves at the 2025 Climate & Clean Air Coalition Conference in Brasília! Earlier this week, #CCAP #MethaneMitigation Program Manager Brooks Shaffer shared insights on Recycle Organics’ systemic approach during a panel discussion on groundbreaking advancements in organic #waste management. His talk emphasized the power of policy, project development and knowledge sharing—each component working in harmony to create positive feedback loops. Brooks highlighted the lasting impact of policies and regulatory frameworks, showcasing a recent CCAC-funded project in #Togo that successfully leveraged policy tools to reduce open burning, a critical challenge in the region. He also discussed the importance of both short- and medium-term project development and the pivotal role investment plans play in achieving #NDC goals. Brooks further stressed the significance of South-South collaboration and the diverse stakeholders the RO program engages—from municipalities and organic waste generators like hotels, markets and restaurants to farmers and educators. All of these efforts are crucial in raising awareness and driving behavioral changes needed to transform the waste sector. Learn more about how the RO Program is making a worldwide impact! https://bit.ly/RO2P25CE

Last Friday, CCAP Research Analyst Maria Paula Viscardo Sesma took part in one of Argentina’s largest agricultural events—the 2025 Expoagro Argentina, held in San Nicolás. During the event, she presented our exciting new Recycle Organics initiative funded by the Climate & Clean Air Coalition. The project, titled "Developing Organic Waste Recovery Policies to Reduce Methane and CO2 Emissions," aims to support the Argentine government in creating policies for improving the management of organic waste treatment byproducts, including #compost, #digestate and #biogas. By working with a diverse group of stakeholders—from farmers to local and national government officials—the RO team, led by #CCAP and ImplementaSur, will demonstrate how integrating composting and anaerobic digestion policies can help reduce #methane and carbon emissions in waste management practices. EXPOAGRO is a pivotal event for Argentina's agricultural and livestock industries, bringing together thousands of enterprises, producers, institutions and government leaders. Over 220,000 visitors attended, interacting with nearly 700 exhibitors who showcased the latest in agricultural machinery and innovations. While the sector is crucial for the country’s economic growth, it also offers substantial potential for reducing #greenhousegas emissions, especially short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) like #methane. In Argentina, organic waste makes up 44.19% of the total solid waste sent to landfills, yet recovery rates remain below 5%. As a global leader in agricultural exports, including meat, fruits, vegetables and fish, Argentina’s trading partners are increasingly imposing environmental standards. The significant volume and quality of organic waste produced present an enormous opportunity for environmental and economic gains through effective recovery practices. During the event, which was also attended by President Javier Millei, María Paula engaged with a variety of stakeholders, including representatives from NGOs and government bodies like #INTA, PNUD Argentina and the National Subsecretary of Environment. She also participated in a panel discussion on "International Perspectives for the Agricultural and Livestock Sector of the Future," organized by the Rural Women’s Network, featuring speakers from the European Union in Argentina, UNDP and the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA). Stay tuned for more updates on our new #MethaneMitigation project in Argentina!

If you’re in Brasília for the 2025 Climate & Clean Air Coalition Conference this week, be sure to catch #MethaneMitigation Program Manager Brooks Shaffer’s presentation happening tomorrow! Brooks will be sharing exclusive insights from our Recycle Organics Program, focusing on “A Systemic Approach to Policy and Action for Sustained Impact.” His presentation will take place as part of a panel discussion on “Breakthrough Ambitions in Organic Waste!” ?? Tuesday, March 18 ? ?14:00 – 15:15 ?? ?Location: Santa Cruz 1, Brasil 21 ?? https://lnkd.in/eijcz78n

?? CCAP Executive Director Allison Bender Corbett, #MethaneMitigation Program Manager Brooks Shaffer, and Policy Consultant Guillermo Gonzalez Caballero are heading to Brasilia for the Climate & Clean Air Coalition’s 2025 Conference! Check out our new Recycle Organics factsheet to see how we’re helping countries achieve their NDCs and global climate commitments by tackling #methane emissions and other super pollutants! ? Our work focuses on: ? Advancing policy frameworks to drive #waste sector investments ?? ? Building capacity ?? ? Raising awareness ?? ? Accelerating projects ?? ? Securing climate finance ?? ? Sharing knowledge ?? Together, we can drive meaningful progress toward global climate goals and a sustainable future.

??? Climate Weeks return May 19-23, 2025 in Panama City! The Climate Weeks will help build political momentum before key UN climate meetings, and showcase how strong climate actions benefit people's daily lives and the real economy. More ?? https://bit.ly/4bPna5A #ClimateAction

On this International Women’s Day, we’re reaffirming that gender equality is a fundamental human right, essential for building a peaceful, productive society, enabling self-actualization and driving sustainable development. Empowering women not only enhances individual lives but also fuels productivity and economic growth. In fact, removing barriers to employment for girls and women could boost labor productivity by 25% in some countries. Our current Recycle Organics project in #Togo (supported by the Climate & Clean Air Coalition and implemented by #CCAP and ImplementaSur) has a strong focus on gender equality. Research shows there are significant opportunities to create green jobs for women in Togo, while also improving their livelihoods and working conditions. While women make up a significant portion of the workforce in the #waste sector, they continue to be one of the most marginalized groups, often working in informal capacities and in more hazardous roles. Formal participation in waste management can empower women economically, but they often face challenges such as childcare responsibilities, lower wages, and limited access to credit. Incorporating a gender perspective into the waste sector helps us better understand these disparities between men and women, enabling us to address them through the design, scope, and implementation of sustainable projects. So, how can we improve gender equality? ?? Providing equal access to: ?? Quality education ?? Health and Wellness ?? Economic resources ?? Participation in political life ?? Employment ?? Leadership and decision-making positions ?? Ending gender-based violence We all have a role to play in raising awareness of these inequalities and advocating for stronger policies that promote gender equality across every sector. Learn more about our Togo Initiative. The forthcoming reports will be available next month ? https://lnkd.in/g7qDuS9G #IWD2025 #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #Equality #ClimateJustice

Join us next Wednesday for an insightful discussion on Organic #WasteManagement in the Hospitality Industry! CCAP's Senior Waste Policy Associate, Diana M. Rodriguez V., and Rodesha Reid, the Recycle Organics Country Manager in Saint Lucia, will be leading a presentation. They’ll share successful case studies from the region and provide details about the Program’s network and educational initiative we are currently implementing in Saint Lucia for the hospitality sector!