Category Archives: Environment, Health & Safety

Convention 169 on indigenous and tribal peoples, promulgated by the International Labor Organization (ILO), stands as one of the most emblematic instruments in the protection and recognition of human rights at the international level. Adopted in 1989, this treaty seeks to change the historical narrative of marginalization and exclusion that indigenous peoples have faced, giving…

Corporations, as essential economic engines, are not only structures for investment and capital growth, but are also scenarios for human relations and rights. Within them, we find a diversity of shareholders, from those who own large portions of the shares to those who have a more limited participation. The latter, known as minority shareholders, are…

Agriculture, in the heart of Guatemala, is intertwined with the country’s history, traditions and economic aspirations. Over the centuries, from ancient Mayan civilizations to modern farmers, Guatemalan lands have witnessed crops that have fed and clothed generations. This sector has not only sustained the national economy by being a primary source of exports, but has…

Water, essential for human existence, agriculture, and industry, has always been a natural resource of an incalculable value. In the Guatemalan context, although there are indeed legal provisions for the protection and management of water, we face significant challenges in their implementation and adaptation.   First, we observe a lack of consistent and consistent application of…

In Guatemala, the complexity of waste management is not only restricted to logistical aspects or citizen awareness; the root of the challenge lies primarily in the country’s legal infrastructure. The absence of unified regulations for waste treatment and disposal has resulted in a mosaic of practices that, instead of solving the problem, aggravate it. This…