Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
40% of revenues from ETSs and carbon taxes are allocated to green expenditures, and 10% to compensate households or businesses in LAC (World Bank, 2023).
23% of global greenhouse gas emissions were covered by the implementation of 73 instruments (World Bank, 2023).
9% to 57% between 2000 and 2020 has increased extreme weather events (FAO et al., 2021).
1:10 is the cost-benefit ratio of investing in climate services.
80 billion annually in savings from flood losses and protection for 18 million people come from mangrove forests.
Between $7 and $30 is generated for every $1 invested through agroforestry, forestry and low-carbon agriculture.
Up to $30 in economic benefits can be generated by each dollar invested in restoration, improving ecosystem services, employment and GDP growth.
14% of forest loss each year is associated with subsidies for products such as soybeans, palm oil and beef due to the advance of the agricultural frontier.
From 12 to 0 meters, the depth of groundwater in South America decreased due to the expansion of rain-fed agriculture.
More than a third of countries have included livestock-related mitigation interventions in their climate commitments (FAO, 2023).
