ABSTRACT
Guatemala's history of occupation and civil war, flagrant inequalities, high poverty, and significantly weak governance, coupled with a large indigenous and marginalized population, make it a textbook case for increased conflict. Energy-wise, Guatemala is chronically poor; its installed capacity is a fraction of its potential; and a significant number of its inhabitants lack access to electricity, relying on biomass for most of their energy. Water security captures the complex interconnectedness that makes water the unifying resource necessary for security, sustainability, development and human well-being. Unfortunately, Guatemala's water management is weak institutionally, technically, and financially. Guatemala is at a critical threshold where it must strengthen its agriculture and energy sectors and invest in food security while addressing sources of conflict and violence. Climate change has serious consequences for Guatemala. Decreased precipitation and increasing temperatures are significant threats to agriculture and food security.
