by Brianna Crandall — August 10, 2016 — Ecolab Inc., a global provider of water, hygiene and energy technologies and services that protect people and vital resources, has opened its new Latin America regional headquarters in Miramar, Florida, adding 50 new jobs to the local community.
John Guttery, Ecolab senior vice president and president for Latin America, commented:
This investment underscores our commitment to the region and positions us well for growth now and in the future. Our regional headquarters supports more than 7,000 Ecolab associates who live and work in Latin America.
In more than 25 countries across Latin America, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions and on-site service to promote safe food, maintain clean environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies for customers in a wide range of industries.
The United Nations estimates that the Latin America and Caribbean population will reach 721 million by 2030, an increase of nearly 80 million people. Brazil and Mexico are expected to account for half of the region’s projected growth. This growth will include a growing middle class that will create increased demand for valuable resources, notes Ecolab.
In just 10 years’ time, Mexico could be suffering a widespread water crisis, according to the Mexican Institute of Water Technology (IMTA), and Brazil’s water challenges have received widespread media attention, points out Ecolab.
Guttery continued:
Water, energy and food are all connected. Ecolab is well positioned to help businesses and governments manage the resource challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our new regional headquarters for Latin America will play a key role in delivering solutions to our customers and communities throughout the region.
