UNDRR Publications

We produce a range of publications by collecting and analysing risk data through a range of tools, knowledge products, and mobilising like-minded partners.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean

Analytical Estimate of Damages Caused by the June 24, 2026 Earthquakes in Venezuela
Documents and publications

This document constitutes a first estimate of the direct physical damage, obtained through analytical modeling, of the effects caused by the earthquakes of June 24, 2026 in Venezuela.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
Demographic Intelligence for Disaster Risk Reduction: Estimating Population Exposure to Multiple Hazards in Latin America and the Caribbean
Documents and publications

This analysis presents a foundational, spatially explicit assessment of population exposure to key natural hazards across Latin America and the Caribbean.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
Special report on the use of Technology for Disaster Risk Reduction
Documents and publications

This special report examines the past, present and future applications of technology in advancing disaster risk reduction (DRR) efforts.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Scientific and Technical Advisory Group
UNDRR Private Sector Alliance for Disaster Resilient Societies (ARISE)
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Documents and publications

This tool provides a practical guide to reduce risks and prepare adequately for the hurricane season. By applying it, companies can implement preventive measures to protect their employees and assets and minimise operational disruptions.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
SPIN Global
Red Nacional de Apoyo Empresarial a la protección Ambiental
Fundación Integración Centroamericana por la Responsabilidad Social Empresarial
IBC Gender mainstreaming in climate change, resilience and DRR
Documents and publications

This document is particularly aimed at Resident Coordinators and country teams of the UNS in LAC. Its objective is to provide recommendations to assist their mission to support countries in developing actions to achieve the SDGs.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
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This document is a first approach to understanding the Natech risks in Central America and in general terms in the entire Latin American and Caribbean region.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
RAR24
Documents and publications

The report presents various analyses and recommendations, based on evidence and a thorough historical understanding of risk.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
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Documents and publications

By reducing the vulnerability of communities and enhancing their capacity to cope with disasters, the region can protect livelihoods, ensure food security, promote sustainable economic growth, and prevent displacement.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
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Documents and publications

This is a study on the degree of coherence between national policies and plans focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), DRR and CCA in the Caribbean Region.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
Stockholm Environment Institute
QUALITATIVE ASSESSMENT OF CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE IN COSTA RICA
Documents and publications

The state of critical infrastructure of a nation is a highly important development indicator. It favors economic activities and the competitiveness of the country while promoting social development.

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction – Regional Office for the Americas and the Caribbean
Comisión Nacional de Prevención de Riesgos y Atención de Emergencias

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