Organisation :
Circular Economy Coalition
On 1 February 2021, at 13:00-14:00 EST, the "High-level launching of the Latin America and the Caribbean Circular Economy Coalition" event will take place, as part of the XXII Session of the Forum of Ministers of Environment of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
In an interactive discussion, government representatives and partners will elaborate on circular economy as a key mechanism to build back better while contributing to the climate change, biodiversity and pollution prevention goals.
Coordinated by the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), the new coalition will be led by a steering committee composed of four high-level government representatives on a rotating basis, starting with Colombia, Costa Rica, Peru, and the Dominican Republic for the 2021-2022 period.
While many of the region’s countries have been actively working on national circular economy strategies, the coalition, which will count on the expertise, mandate, and knowledge of eight strategic permanent partners, is an unprecedented opportunity to increase cooperation, scale up initiatives and strengthen public-private partnerships, as well as innovation and capacity development.
Opening remarks:
- Leo Heileman, Regional Director and Representative UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
- Mr. Carlos Correa, Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of Colombia, Chair of the Coalition
Panelists:
- Peru: Mr. Jorge Mariano Castro, Viceminister of Environment
- Costa Rica: Mr. Rolando Castro, Viceminister of Environment
- Dominican Republic: Mrs. Milagros de Camps, Viceminister of Environment
- Uruguay: Representative of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce