Patricia Orantes
Patricia Orantes is the Guatemalan Minister of Environment, known for her commitment to environmental issues and waste management reforms. Recently, she announced that there would be no extension of the regulation requiring Guatemalans to separate solid waste, despite protests from garbage collectors and recyclers. Orantes emphasized the necessity of this transition towards a cleaner country, while also acknowledging the valid demands of recyclers and the challenges faced by the Municipality of Guatemala in managing waste. Her statements reflect a dedication to addressing both environmental sustainability and the socio-economic realities of those working in waste collection.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | 3 | 6.33 | 0.26% | +10% | 17,915,568 | 50,402 | $82,000 | 231$ |
| Totals | 3 | 17,915,568 | 50,402 | $82,000 | 231$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Guatemala:
Patricia Orantes indicated that the agreement was undergoing reforms to eliminate the deadline for environmental studies.
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Guatemala:
Minister Patricia Orantes indicated that they will conduct diagnostics to identify possible residues from oil spills.
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Guatemala:
Patricia Orantes expressed her surprise at the constitutional challenge presented by Deputy Ronald Portillo regarding the waste management regulation.
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Guatemala:
Patricia Orantes is the president of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources in Guatemala, recognized for her role in the historic agreement for the conservation of the Gran Selva Maya.
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Guatemala:
The Minister of Environment, Patricia Orantes, reported that there are regulated and illegal settlements in the reserve.
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Guatemala:
The Minister of Environment and Natural Resources of Guatemala, Patricia Orantes, explained that the projects will not affect natural reserves.
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Guatemala:
The Minister of Environment, Patricia Orantes, announced that more complaints would be filed for irregularities in projects that could endanger the water of over 50 communities.
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Guatemala:
Minister Patricia Orantes stated that the ministry acted to investigate if the process of granting licenses was handled properly.
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Guatemala:
The minister of Environment, Patricia Orantes, is involved in establishing a working table with leaders from San Antonio Sejá.
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Guatemala:
Patricia Orantes explains that Guatemala needs a Water Law to facilitate the construction of infrastructure for water storage during the rainy season.
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