Former Superintendent of Industry and Commerce, Andrés Barreto, has been appointed as the new director of Colombia’s Adaptation Fund. This appointment is an inter-institutional assignment, meaning he’s been seconded from another government body. Barreto replaces Javier Pava in the role, taking over leadership of the fund dedicated to climate change adaptation projects. The move signals a shift in leadership for the fund, which is crucial for managing resources aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate change in Colombia. Details surrounding the specific goals and strategies under Barreto’s direction are yet to be announced. This appointment was initially reported by La Silla Vacía, a prominent Colombian news outlet. It remains to be seen how this leadership change will influence the fund’s future projects and priorities.