Guácimo Communities Call for Careful Review of Pineapple Expansion Over Potential Water and Biodiversity Impacts
Local residents express concerns about new agricultural projects Several communities in the canton of Guácimo, in Costa Rica’s Limón Province, have voiced concerns over the possible expansion of pineapple plantations near water sources and an important biological corridor that supports the region’s ecological connectivity. Residents, community organizations, and environmental groups are calling for any new […]
A Green Legacy Spanning More Than Six Decades: ICE Reaches the Milestone of 25 Million Trees Planted
A Landmark Achievement for Environmental Conservation The Costa Rican Electricity Institute (ICE) has reached a major environmental milestone by symbolically planting its 25 millionth tree, marking more than six decades of continuous commitment to reforestation and ecosystem conservation across the country. Far from being a recent initiative, this long-term program has been part of ICE’s […]
WordPress Expands Across the Country with Free Meetups in Five Regions Ahead of WordCamp Costa Rica 2026
The WordPress Costa Rica community is launching a series of free Meetups in Cartago, Heredia, San José, San Carlos, and Puntarenas to bring digital technology closer to entrepreneurs, students, and professionals throughout the country. The workshops and talks will cover WordPress, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and digital marketing as a lead-up to WordCamp Costa Rica 2026, […]
Three Beaches Earn a Place Among the World’s Top Coastal Destinations in the 2026 Corona Beach 100
An International Recognition for Nature-Based Tourism Three Costa Rican beaches have been included in the 2026 Corona Beach 100, an international list highlighting some of the world’s most remarkable coastal destinations for their natural beauty, well-preserved environments, and the quality of the visitor experience they offer. This recognition once again showcases the country’s outstanding natural […]
Latin America’s Technology Community Grows Stronger as PyCon Latam 2026 Comes to Costa Rica
A Gathering That Brings Together the Python Community from Across the Region PyCon Latam 2026 will be held in Costa Rica for the first time, turning the country into a meeting point for developers, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, and technology professionals from across Latin America. Recognized as one of the region’s leading conferences dedicated to the […]
Green Turtle Conservation Faces New Challenges During Nesting Season
Illegal Fishing Continues to Threaten an Iconic Species Every year, thousands of green sea turtles arrive on Costa Rica’s Caribbean beaches to complete one of the most important stages of their life cycle: reproduction and nesting. However, this extraordinary natural event continues to face significant threats caused by human activities, including illegal fishing. Recently, park […]
A New National Strategy Aims to Strengthen Preparedness for Future El Niño Events
A Proactive Response to One of the World’s Most Influential Climate Phenomena Costa Rican authorities have unveiled a new national strategy designed to strengthen the country’s preparedness for the impacts of the El Niño climate phenomenon, a natural event that has historically affected water resources, agriculture, electricity generation, and numerous sectors of the economy. The […]
National Strategy Aims to Reduce Wildlife Electrocutions and Protect Biodiversity
A Silent Threat Affecting Thousands of Animals Every Year Costa Rica has taken another important step in protecting its biodiversity with the implementation of a national strategy designed to reduce wildlife electrocutions caused by electrical infrastructure. The initiative responds to an environmental issue that has injured or killed thousands of animals across the country for […]
Playa Blanca Enters a New Era: Public Access, Cultural Activities, and Environmental Commitment
A New Chapter for One of the Central Pacific’s Most Iconic Destinations Playa Blanca, located in the canton of Garabito, has once again become the focus of public attention following the recent opening of an access route that improves connectivity to this renowned coastal destination. The measure has sparked a nationwide discussion about beach access, […]
Corcovado Faces a Global Threat: Volunteers Remove Tons of Waste Carried from Distant Shores
A Massive Community Effort to Protect One of the Planet’s Most Important Natural Areas More than 250 volunteers recently took part in a large-scale cleanup operation in Corcovado National Park, one of Costa Rica’s most iconic protected areas and widely recognized by scientists as one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. The initiative resulted […]
