Coalition Nations: Guatemala

 

Initiatives:

1. Environmental Sustainability (N/A)

2. Reducing Carbon Emissions (Letter>>)

3. Sustainable Forestry (N/A)

 

Country Overview:

The Republic of Guatemala is a country in Central America. It is bordered by Mexico to the north, Belize to the northeast, and Honduras and El Salvador to the southeast. Except for the south coastal area, and the vast lowlands of the Peten in the north, Guatemala is mountainous, with a hot tropical climate – more temperate in the highlands, and drier in the easternmost departments Guatemala is known for the stunning Maya ruins at Tikal, the well-preserved colonial city of Antigua, a vibrant indigenous culture, active volcanoes, highland lakes, and exotic wildlife. (More Country Info>>)

Forest Cover: 3,862,000 hectares

Tropical Forest Cover Rank: 41

 

National Focal Points:

Minister: Hon. Juan Mario Dary Fuentez, Minister for Environment and Natural Resources.

Ambassador: S.E. Jorge Skinner-Klée, Ambassador & Permanent Representative to the United Nations.

Department: Not yet finalized.