A loud rumble and strong smell of sulfur recorded this Sunday at Turrialba volcano
A loud rumble and intense smell of sulfur recorded this Sunday at Turrialba volcano raised alarms among residents and park rangers, although initial analyses rule out, for now, an explosive eruption linked to the event. What happened at Turrialba volcano Around midday, staff at Turrialba Volcano National Park reported hearing a loud rumble accompanied by […]
Costa Rica Will Implement a Special Operation During Holy Week 2026 to Strengthen Anti-Poaching Surveillance
Special Holy Week 2026 Operation The Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE) and the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) will activate a national control and protection operation during Holy Week, from March 28 to April 5, 2026. The central objective is to prevent environmental crimes such as poaching, illegal extraction, transport, captive possession, and […]
Blow Against Illegal Logging in Costa Rica: Over 2,000 Timber Posts Seized in Bagaces
Environmental Operation in Guanacaste An environmental control operation in the canton of Bagaces, in the province of Guanacaste, resulted in one of the largest timber seizures so far in 2026. Officials from the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC), attached to the Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE), confiscated more than 2,000 timber posts allegedly […]
Costa Rica’s Agricultural Sector Starts 2026 with Growth, Leaving the Red Behind
The Rebound: From Contraction to Growth After a 2025 marked by contraction, Costa Rica’s agricultural sector began 2026 on a positive note, leaving its losses behind. According to the Central Bank of Costa Rica (BCCR), agricultural activity grew 2.8% year-on-year in January 2026, in contrast with the nearly 4.4% decline recorded in the same month […]
Reventazón: the hydroelectric plant that broke records in 2025
The Reventazón hydroelectric plant, located in Siquirres de Limón, recorded in 2025 the highest annual production since it began operations, reinforcing Costa Rica’s leadership in renewable electricity generation. According to data from the Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE), its contribution was decisive for the performance of the National Electric System during the last year. A […]
Authorities warn of possible effects of a trough in Costa Rica’s Pacific and Southern regions
Atmospheric conditions could trigger heavy rainfall Costa Rican meteorological and emergency authorities are monitoring the potential effects of an upper-level atmospheric trough, a weather phenomenon that could generate heavy rainfall in the Central Pacific and Southern Zone of the country in the coming days. According to information from the National Meteorological Institute (IMN), current weather conditions — including high […]
CANATUR calls for zero tolerance toward illegal sloth trafficking in Costa Rica
The Costa Rican National Chamber of Tourism (CANATUR) has called on authorities and the public to adopt zero tolerance toward the illegal trafficking of sloths, a practice that threatens one of the country’s most emblematic wildlife species. The organization emphasized the importance of strengthening protection measures and raising awareness about the impact of the illegal […]
Costa Rican Toucan Featured in a National Geographic Publication
A toucan photographed in Costa Rica has attracted international attention after appearing in a publication by the renowned magazine National Geographic, once again highlighting the country’s extraordinary biodiversity. The image showcases the beauty and vibrant colors characteristic of these tropical birds, which are considered one of the most representative symbols of Central American ecosystems. The […]
Costa Rica Ends 2025 with 98.6% Renewable Electricity
Costa Rica closed 2025 with outstanding performance in renewable electricity generation, consolidating its image as one of the world’s leading countries in clean energy. According to official data from Grupo ICE, 98.6% of the electricity produced last year came from renewable sources, despite recent climate challenges. Electricity Generation in 2025 In 2025, Costa Rica generated […]
Costa Rica, an innovation hub for cotton seeds
In just a few decades, Costa Rica has moved from growing cotton as a commercial crop to acting as a hub for research and export of high value‑added cotton seeds, mainly for the United States market. This shift is supported by local agricultural know‑how, modern infrastructure and an institutional framework that attracts foreign investment in agro‑innovation. The […]
