Environment
Environmental Organizations Denounce Destruction of Trees Near the Playa Tamarindo Estuary
The Clean Wave Foundation, together with the SalveMonos Association and the Tamarindo Integral Development Association, launched a call for attention to stop the destruction of trees in an area surrounding the estuary of Playa Tamarindo, in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste,...
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Bill To Protect Hammerhead Sharks Will Return To Plenary Or Will It Be Scrapped?
The fight for the protection of wildlife seems to be gaining more and more strength, especially in our oceans, and we owe it all to the different organizations made up of men and women who, beyond repeating that Costa...
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Global Temperature Will Increase 1.5 Degrees in Just 6 Years, Study Warns
The countdown to save the planet and people from the worst impacts of climate change has begun: there are barely six years left to reach a global temperature rise of 1.5 degrees, so "every ton of CO2 that we...
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Costa Rica Improves Its Capabilities to Treat Dangerous Components of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
The country is preparing for a new WEEE-TON that includes workshops, talks and special awareness campaigns in educational centers in the country.Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) contains high-risk toxic components, especially heavy metals and brominated flame retardant substances. ...
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Growing Agreements for Increased Electric Vehicle Traffic in Costa Rica
Many advances have been made in Costa Rica towards the goal of a more sustainable country, with renewable energy and demand for electric vehicles.Last year 2022, the Central American country reached the highest market share in the Americas...
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Breathtaking Hike Up Cerro Chirripò, the Highest Peak in Costa Rica
Hiking to the highest peak in Costa Rica is a thrilling and rewarding adventure that offers spectacular views and a chance to connect with nature in a unique way. Standing at an impressive height of 3,820 meters (12,532 feet),...
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The Borinquen I Geothermal Project Exceeds 40% Construction Progress
The Borinquen I Geothermal Project continues with the execution of works that will provide 55 megawatts of renewable energy to meet the national electricity demand. Currently, Borinquen I has 40.8% construction progress. The plant will take advantage of the...
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Annual Count Identified Population of More than 2 Thousand Scarlet Macaws in the Costa Rican Central Pacific
The scarlet macaw (Aramacao) is one of the most emblematic birds of Costa Rica. Its importance lies not only in its great beauty but also in its ability to coexist with humans, its importance as an umbrella species (by...
Environment
Up to 20% Of Waste That Ends up on Beaches in Costa Rica is From Household Appliances
Foams, internal components and parts of the packaging of refrigerators, washing machines and other appliances arrive daily at different beaches through the mouths of the main rivers.This waste represents up to 20% of what is collected in the different...
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Experts Predict a Decrease in the Cold Front Season for Costa Rica
The cold front season in Costa Rica will be less frequent and intense than usual in 2023.This is what experts from the National Meteorological Institute (IMN) predict, mainly influenced by the El Niño phenomenon.“During El Niño, that is more...
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The Long-Term Challenge of Costa Rica’s Power Supply
Costa Rica has been a pioneer in renewable energy, with over 95% of its electricity coming from renewable sources...
