Chile’s Ministry of the Environment has launched a review of its Urban Wetlands Delineation and Characterization Guide, a technical update that could have significant implications for real estate, energy, infrastructure, and mining projects.

In a recent column published in El Mercurio Legal, Michael Hantke, environmental law specialist and consultant at Chirgwin, examines the practical implications of this process and explains how changes to delineation criteria could affect environmental assessments, project timelines, and investment feasibility.

The article highlights the importance of anticipating regulatory developments and incorporating environmental considerations into project planning from an early stage.

We invite you to read the full article and learn more about the challenges and opportunities that this update may create for project developers and investors in Chile.