The term pellets has become popular in recent weeks, following the merchant Tocanao’s dumping into Portuguese waters, the misplaced cargo of which included more than twenty-six tons of plastic pellets that have flooded the sea and reached Spanish coasts. The plastics...
Puerto Rico is a Commonwealth of the United States, a territory with a self-governing status that determines its development. The foreign sector has always been one of the most active in its economy and foreign investment is a fundamental basis for its growth. Located...
The transition and sustainability goals assumed by strategic industries are essential for meeting the global challenge of environmental respect, but undertaking them in a century-old and unequal sector such as steel is especially challenging for a region like Latin...
The environmental impact of the construction industry is significant, as it is a very intensive activity due to both the consumption of natural resources and the energy expenditure required for the activity. This condition makes a circular economy approach imperative....
Paraguay has a very young population—half of its more than 7.5 million inhabitants are under 27 years old—and its economy is based on agriculture and livestock. The main trading partners of this Latin American country are in the region: Brazil and Argentina....
Although mining is still the driving force of its economy, Chile has become a benchmark in renewable energy in recent years and a major recipient of foreign investment for the development of solar and water energy projects. Following the shock of the COVID-19...
As electric mobility becomes increasingly established in society, the vehicles that make it possible are evolving at an accelerating pace. This cutting-edge technology industry is advancing alongside the insurance sector, which ensures its efficiency and serves as a...
The infrastructure industry is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, driven by technological advances, climate urgency, and growing social demands. But how are industry experts addressing these challenges? To unpack this interesting debate, the 29th...
The collapse of the bridge in Baltimore highlighted the importance of urban bridges and their role in the economic and social development of cities. Preventing structural damage and avoiding service interruptions is essential. Risk management and maintenance of these...