Monarch butterflies are among North America’s most iconic migratory species, yet their populations continue to face significant threats across their breeding, migratory and overwintering habitats. This report presents updated trinational conservation priorities developed collaboratively by monarch conservation specialists from Canada, Mexico and the United States. Building on the 2008 North American Monarch Conservation Plan and […]
A pilot study was conducted at two composting facilities to evaluate whether certified-compostable poly-coated fiber food packaging can be effectively processed by existing aerobic composting facilities without affecting compost quality. This study also examined how the two pilot facilities, each using a different composting method—covered aerated static pile (CASP) and turned windrow (TW)—managed and processed […]
This study examines the plastic waste value chain in Mexico for thermoplastic resins or commodities—the materials most involved in the manufacture, distribution and commercialization of plastic products in the country. The publication includes an overview of related infrastructure, operational management and associated markets and documents the current state of recovery and recycling practices. It also […]
This study examines the plastic waste value chain in Mexico for thermoplastic resins or commodities—the materials most involved in the manufacture, distribution and commercialization of plastic products in the country. The publication includes an overview of related infrastructure, operational management and associated markets and documents the current state of recovery and recycling practices. It also […]
This study focuses on the treatment of post-consumer paper and cardboard waste from commercial and residential sources in Mexico. This publication describes the value chain, infrastructure, handling and primary and secondary markets for paper and cardboard and documents the current state of waste recovery and recycling among the population in the country. It also includes […]
This study focuses on the treatment of post-consumer paper and cardboard waste from commercial and residential sources in Mexico. This publication describes the value chain, infrastructure, handling and primary and secondary markets for paper and cardboard and documents the current state of waste recovery and recycling among the population in the country. It also includes […]
This study provides a snapshot of the current state of bioplastics waste management in Mexico based on available data, as well as the barriers limiting its circularity and the opportunities to overcome them. The study was designed to gather useful information to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders and to provide policymakers with evidence-based recommendations […]
This study provides a snapshot of the current state of bioplastics waste management in Mexico based on available data, as well as the barriers limiting its circularity and the opportunities to overcome them. The study was designed to gather useful information to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among stakeholders and to provide policymakers with evidence-based recommendations […]
The Central Grasslands of North America provide vital habitat and ecosystem services, yet continue to decline despite ongoing conservation efforts. This integration plan addresses the gap between social science research and its application in grassland conservation delivery. Drawing on three complementary efforts (a literature review of conservation social science, a synthesis of surveys of ranchers, […]
This report presents the results of a survey of ranchers and livestock owners across the Chihuahuan Desert region of northern Mexico, to understand their perspectives, experiences and practices related to livestock production and grassland conservation. A structured questionnaire was distributed digitally and in print to collect both quantitative and qualitative data from 172 participants, mostly […]
Many remote and Indigenous communities across North America face unique challenges because of their geographic isolation, harsh climates and limited infrastructure. As a result, they often depend on costly and environmentally damaging diesel generators for electricity. This report analyzes nine case studies from Canada, Mexico and the United States that highlight successful renewable energy transition […]
The Central Grasslands of North America support critical biodiversity and human communities, yet continue to decline due to cropland conversion, climate change and other threats. This literature review synthesizes existing conservation social science research to better understand how grassland management decisions are made and how this knowledge can be more effectively integrated into conservation delivery. […]
