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Save the Date for CEC’s Council Session and JPAC Public Forum (#CEC32) To Be Held On 24–25 July 2025, in Mexico City, Mexico
Mark your calendars! The Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) invites you to its 32nd annual Council Session and Joint Public Advisory Committee (JPAC) Public Forum, taking place on 24-25 July in Mexico City.
Topics
Climate Change
Supporting emissions reduction and helping communities adapt to extreme weather events
Environmental Justice
The pursuit of environmental justice (EJ) aims to address historical inequities, marginalization and discrimination in how environmental benefits and burdens are enjoyed or suffered by certain communities.
Ecosystems
Working with communities to conserve and restore North America's terrestrial and marine ecosystems and priority species
Enforcement
Supporting enforcement and compliance with domestic environmental law and with multilateral environmental agreements
Green Growth
Innovative joint approaches to support sustainable economic development, trade and consumption
Pollutants
Promoting clean air, water and land through prevention, reductions, and sound management of pollutant releases, toxic chemicals and hazardous waste
Youth Engagement
Over the years, the CEC has been committed to youth engagement and the efforts supported have provided youth with opportunities to raise awareness, provide tangible, sustainable, and innovative solutions for environmental issues in their communities, and influence CEC’s strategies, projects, and initiatives.
Featured Project
Stimulating Behavioral Changes to Reduce Food Loss and Waste (FLW) in North America and Expanded Promotion and Uptake of Related CEC FLW Resources
2023 Active Green Growth
Featured Publication
Youth Innovation Challenge 2017-2022
Long-term Impact Assessment
July 22, 2024 6 pages
Since 2017, the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) has hosted an annual Youth Innovation Challenge (YIC) that invites youth from Canada, Mexico and the United States to submit their innovative ideas and solutions for improving both the environment and the economy in North America. The prize includes seed funding for their enterprise and offers networking opportunities. Since 2020, a one-year mentorship program has also been included as part of the prize. Overall, the competition serves as an opportunity to support and highlight innovative solutions.
Work With Us
Support the Development of a Business Continuity Plan for the CEC
Consultant Opportunities
Deadline: May 13, 2025 11:59pm
Salary/Budget: C$30,000.00 (Canadian dollars)
Location: The consultant will work in their own offices.
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What We Do
We conduct research, provide tools and training, and provide a unique space for decision-makers and the public to engage on environmental policy issues affecting the North American region.