Environment
Is the Use of Fossil Gas a Solution to the Global Climate Crisis?
In recent years, the proposal to use fossil gas in Costa Rica as a transitional energy fuel has emerged, arguing that it is less polluting than oil and, therefore, should be our "bridge fuel." However, this idea is based...
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Costa Rica Launch Campaign to Encourage Ticos to Save Electricity
Before summer begins, the Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE) launched an energy-saving campaign called "Turn Off Waste!" The Institute guaranteed weeks ago that Costa Ricans will not face the threat of blackouts in 2026 that they suffered this year,...
Environment
Costa Rica Collaborates on a Project to Reduce Seismic Risk in Central America and the Caribbean
Costa Rica joined Spain, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic in a triangular cooperation initiative to reduce seismic risk in Latin America. This project is called Sustainable and Resilient Construction in Central America and the Caribbean in the Face of...
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Understanding the Value of Ancestral Knowledge for Conservation of Biodiversity in Costa Rica
When the road opened in our community, immediately came the sale of alcohol, invasion, theft, and sale of our lands. Instead of leaving or letting the situation continue, I formed a group with other women to fight, reclaim, cultivate,...
Environment
The Environmentally-Friendly Costa Rican Economy
Costa Rica has established itself as a global leader in sustainable development, leveraging its rich natural resources and commitment to environmental preservation to create an environmentally-friendly economy. The country’s approach combines innovative policies, community engagement, and international cooperation, aiming...
Environment
COP16: Latin America’s Call for Inclusive Conservation
Latin America and the Caribbean lead the conservation of the planet's terrestrial biodiversity, with 5 million square kilometers (km²) of protected land areas (4.9 in the Asia-Pacific, 4.3 in Africa, 3.8 in Europe, 2.5 in North America, and 0.4...
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Costa Rica Will Be Epicenter of Innovation in Sustainable Transportation
The Costa Rican Association of Electric Mobility (ASOMOVE) in conjunction with the Latin American Association of Sustainable Mobility (ALAMOS) will hold the Latin American Congress on Electric Mobility Costa Rica 2024.This will be the second edition in Costa Rica...
Environment
How to Maintain a Beautiful Garden (Without Too Much Effort)
A beautiful garden is a wonderful thing. It is a place where you can relax and reflect but it is also a place where you can invite friends over to enjoy a meal and a glass or two of...
Environment
Hunting Crocodiles in Costa Rica: Something We Should All Avoid
In Costa Rica, hunting crocodiles is not only a controversial action but also a crime that can lead to serious legal consequences. According to Law No. 7,317 on Wildlife Conservation, those who violate this regulation face prison sentences of...
Environment
The Inter-American Water Day is Commemorated
The consumption of freshwater is increasing worldwide, and the need to protect and conserve the reserves of this essential resource for humanity is the focus of this month`s celebrations for Inter-American Water Day.The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) identified...
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Crocodiles Will Be Monitored with Drones to Count Population and their Relationship with Communities in Costa Rican Rivers
The use of drones for monitoring crocodile populations in Costa Rica represents an important change from traditional methods: nighttime...