Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources

Tropical Storm Vance threatens Mexico's Pacific coast

4 clusters · 108 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Tropical Storm Vance threatens Mexico with heavy rain and flooding

Tropical Storm Vance, which weakened from a Category 2 hurricane, continues to pose a significant threat to Mexico’s southwest Pacific coast. As of October 25, the storm is moving northwest at speeds between 7 and 11 km/

Seismic activity in Mexico, Central America and Peru

18 clusters · 132 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Seismic activity reported in Guerrero and Chiapas, Mexico

Seismic activity continued across Mexico, Central America, and Peru through late 2026. In August, a magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred at 04:02 local time off the coast of Chiapas, with an epicenter 88 kilometers southwes

Central Bank of the Dominican Republic 79th anniversary

4 clusters · 28 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic economy grows 4.6% through September

The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic is celebrating its 79th anniversary. The commemorations began with a ceremony led by Governor Héctor Valdez Albizu to recognize 279 employees for their professional dedication a

Global e-waste management and the 'Fast Tech' crisis

17 clusters · 74 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Brazil expands electronic waste recycling and disposal initiatives

The management of electronic waste (e-waste) is characterized by both environmental risks and economic potential. Globally, annual e-waste generation exceeds 50 million tons, containing toxic substances like lead, mercur

Global severe weather and tropical instability

8 clusters · 120 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Unsettled weather forecasts for Honduras and Costa Rica

Severe weather conditions continue to impact multiple regions, including Spain, Italy, Argentina, and Costa Rica. In Spain and Italy, authorities have activated emergency protocols and suspended public services due to ri

Dominican Republic environmental management issues

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic strengthens ties with Italy and launches sargassum initiatives

Environmental organizations in the Dominican Republic have filed a formal complaint against Environment Minister Paíno Henríquez, alleging the destruction of mangrove ecosystems. The Sociedad Ecológica del Cibao, the Nat

Seismic activity in Peru

11 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Peru experiences frequent seismic activity and weather alerts

Peru has experienced frequent seismic events throughout 2026. In June, a magnitude 4.8 earthquake occurred 86 km west of Callao. Throughout August and September, tremors were recorded near Vitor, Chilca, Samanco, Jaén, a

Extreme heat and drought volatility in Central America

15 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Central American Dry Corridor faces critical food insecurity

Central America continues to face volatile weather patterns characterized by extreme heat and shifting precipitation. In El Salvador, a severe meteorological drought has led to a third drought period. By late August 2026

Guatemala water resource regulation efforts

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Water management initiatives advance in Guatemala and Colombia

The government of Bernardo Arévalo in Guatemala has introduced Initiative 6816, a comprehensive Water Law designed to regulate national water resources. Proposed through the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources,

Central American climate policy and justice initiatives

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Nicaragua to host Congress on Climate Justice

Central American nations are advancing legislative and diplomatic efforts to address climate change vulnerability. Honduras has initiated congressional debates regarding a Framework Law Against the Effects of Climate Ch

Forest fires and water scarcity in South America

16 clusters · 146 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Latin America faces widespread forest fire impacts and recovery efforts

Severe forest fires and water scarcity, driven by high temperatures and the El Niño phenomenon, continue to impact South America. In Bolivia, the Santa Cruz government has declared an Orange Alert following a surge in fi

Infrastructure demolition disputes in Latin America

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Dominican Republic dismantles 73 illegal structures in Hoyo Claro

In the Dominican Republic, Hospital Dr. Salvador B. Gautier is reorganizing its medical services, including emergency and administrative areas, following a decision to perform a controlled demolition of its Professional

Global circular economy and resource management trends

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Circular economy models focus on resource extraction and waste management

The global focus on circular economy models is expanding from specific sector applications to broader legislative and systemic frameworks. Initial efforts have centered on resource management within the construction an

Global health initiatives focus on mental wellness and care

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Global health initiatives focus on mental wellness and community care

World Environmental Health Day serves as an annual observance to raise awareness regarding the connection between environmental conditions and human well-being. Global data from the World Health Organization indicates th

Forest fires in Dominican Republic protected areas

3 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Forest fires in Dominican Republic spark environmental and development concerns

The Dominican Republic has declared an environmental emergency following forest fires that have impacted over 150 square kilometers of land, including protected ecosystems such as Valle Nuevo, Jaragua National Park, and