South America

Imported flowers, like other internationally traded commodities such as coffee, require ethical business practices to ensure worker-friendly and sustainable industries.

By focusing on risk prevention, Mercy Corps responds to the immediate as well as the long-term needs of those affected by the Peru earthquake.

As we become increasingly aware of our potential to harm the environment, learn more about how you can make a positive change.

Argentinian organizations such as Raices are working to bring foreign-educated scientists and researchers back home.

Mercy Corps is on the ground in Peru to help tens of thousands of individuals affected by Wednesday's earthquake.

Intensified international trading affects the environment but also raises global awareness.

In Latin America U.S. President Bush is pursuing alternative energy alliances to enhance energy security at home and abroad.