Latin America at the Crossroads: Ideas, Power, and Action at a Key Conference in Buenos Aires

In a global context marked by overlapping crises—economic, climatic, social, and political—Latin America holds a strategic position in the discussion regarding possible futures. This is due not only to its natural wealth or emerging geopolitical weight but also to the depth of its inequalities and the urgency of building alternatives. In this scenario, the International Conference “Thought and Action: The Path to Regeneration,” organized in partnership with The Club of Rome International, serves as a space for coordination between thought, diagnosis, and concrete action proposals.

The gathering, which will take place on April 23 and 24 at Cassa Lepage, will bring together international leaders, decision-makers, academics, and civil society actors to address a central question: How do we transition from a development model in crisis toward one that regenerates—rather than degrades—the social and ecological foundations of life?

Moving away from oversimplified formulas, the agenda proposes a comprehensive approach to what is now recognized as a polycrisis. From the impacts of climate change to tensions in global financial systems, structural inequality, and institutional fragility, the region faces challenges that cannot be considered in isolation. In this sense, the notions of “regeneration” and a "new humanism" emerge not only as a normative horizon but as a framework for concrete action.

The program reflects this vision. Over two days, plenary sessions, thematic panels, and dialogue spaces will be held, designed not only for debate but for the construction of proposals. Key pillars include Latin America’s role in the global polycrisis, socio-ecological transitions, financing for sustainable development, and the challenges of productive and human transformation in the region.

The conversations will feature prominent international figures such as Mamphela Ramphele (Honorary President of the Club of Rome) and Eduard Müller, alongside leaders in Latin American environmental thought like Enrique Leff or Eduardo Gudynas, and scientific experts such as Lucas Garibaldi, Andrea Izquierdo, Carlos Nobre, and Ana Carolina Herrero. This diversity of profiles reflects a commitment to a dialogue that crosses disciplines, territories, and scales.

For those wishing to dive deeper into the details of the sessions and panels, the full event agenda can be found here: Full Conference Agenda

The conference will also serve as the launch for the Earth4All National Report for Argentina. This international initiative—driven by research networks linked to the Club of Rome and adapted locally by the Club of Rome Argentina and the Alimentaris Foundation—proposes a systemic reading of contemporary crises and models various possible scenarios through 2050. Its approach combines economic, social, and environmental variables to identify paths that allow for poverty reduction, strengthened social cohesion, and the stabilization of ecological systems.

The Argentine version of the report is particularly relevant in a country characterized by persistent macroeconomic tensions, high levels of inequality, and growing exposure to climate risks. Rather than offering closed recipes, the document seeks to open an informed debate on the structural decisions that will define the country’s direction in the coming decades: from fiscal policy and the productive system to the energy transition and the role of the State.

Another central element of the meeting is its hybrid format. In addition to in-person participation in Buenos Aires, the conference can be followed virtually, extending its reach to actors across Latin America and the Caribbean. This openness reflects the intention to build a broader regional conversation that transcends borders and incorporates diverse perspectives at a critical moment.

The initiative is supported by strategic allies such as the Alimentaris Foundation, La Ciudad Posible, the Organization of Ibero-American States, and Austral University, along with EcoNews as media partner. Furthermore, the event is supported by sponsors including Zafrán, the Cassará Foundation, and Cervecería y Maltería Quilmes.

Beyond the specific content, what is at stake is the possibility of building a new consensus—one that recognizes the limits of the current model and, at the same time, enables political imaginaries capable of sustaining profound transformations. In this sense, the conference is not limited to being a space for technical exchange; it aspires to influence the public agenda and the frameworks through which projects and policies are conceived and implemented in the region. For this reason, the meeting will also host the inaugural presentation of the Latin American Network of the Club of Rome, whose objective will focus on promoting thought-action for the socioeconomic and environmental regeneration of Latin America, seeking not only to diagnose the crisis but to collectively build the paths to move beyond it.

To participate, prior pre-registration is required—in-person capacity is limited—via the following link: More info and registration