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Overcoming Poverty Through Sustainable Development

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2016, Environmental Governance in Latin America

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This research explores the intricate relationship between poverty, environmental degradation, and sustainable development in Latin America, highlighting the region's alarming poverty rates and inequality. It outlines the need for integrated resource management and the importance of local participation in environmental governance to bridge the gap between economic growth and ecological sustainability. The paper advocates for innovative strategies and policies aimed at reversing poverty generation while ensuring social and environmental equity.

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