Data or statistical facts on the situation and perspectives of agri-food systems and the impact of policies
10% and 30% has been the reduction in prices of solar panels and wind turbines, respectively, between 2019 and 2023 (IDB, 2023).
700 billion dollars is the estimated net benefit for Latin America and the Caribbean in achieving decarbonization (IDB, 2023).
A 1% increase in GDP in Latin America and the Caribbean by 2030 can increase decarbonization efforts (IDB, 2023).
20.3% of the terrestrial and marine area of Latin America and the Caribbean is protected (UNEP, 2016).
9% to 57% between 2000 and 2020 has increased extreme weather events (FAO et al., 2021).
4 of the 10 most climate-affected countries between 1998-2017 are in the region, which accounted for 46% of global losses from climate disasters in the last decade (FAO, 2022).
80 billion annually in savings from flood losses and protection for 18 million people come from mangrove forests.
1:10 is the cost-benefit ratio of investing in climate services.
Up to $30 in economic benefits can be generated by each dollar invested in restoration, improving ecosystem services, employment and GDP growth.
Between $7 and $30 is generated for every $1 invested through agroforestry, forestry and low-carbon agriculture.
