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Combra Food: Logistics for food security – Resilient Cities Network
The logistics for the distribution of products is an essential element to guarantee access to food, one of the four principles for food security. The Milan Urban Food Policy Pact recognizes the importance of cities…
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Arenas de Vidrio – Resilient Cities Network
Fuente: Arenas de Vidrio
Solid waste management is one of the main challenges of the cities. According to the Inter-American Development Bank, Latin America generates about 216 million tons of solid waste by year, of which…
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The paths of glass – Resilient Cities Network
Fuente: Arenas de Vidrio
After fifteen years of dedicating to collection management and logistics in Montevideo, Ana Paula Demaría found herself in need of reinventing herself. It was 2018 and, for reasons beyond her control,…
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Resilient Montevideo Challenge – Resilient Cities Network
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Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, concentrates 2 out of every 5 inhabitants of the country. It has 1.3 million inhabitants who live in an area of 530 km2.
In 2017, the Municipality of Montevideo created the…
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3Construcciones: building of houses and public spaces with triple impact – Resilient Cities…
Fuente: 3Construcciones (3C)
In recent years, the activity of the construction sector increased because of the rapid urban growth. According to estimates, about 230 billion square meters will be built in the next four…
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When recycled plastic builds houses, people, and community – Resilient Cities Network
Fuente: 3Construcciones (3C)
The concern about the issue of work in the vulnerable sectors of society was something that had been on Lucas Recalde’s mind for a long time. That concern led him to promote initiatives to create…
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