Costa Rica Records Historic Social Impact in the 2026 Day of Good Deeds Movement
A nationwide volunteering day with record results The Day of Good Deeds movement in Costa Rica concluded its 2026 edition with historic results, reaching more than 33,000 direct beneficiaries across the country and consolidating itself as one of the leading volunteering and social action initiatives nationwide. The program brought together social organizations, companies, public institutions, […]
Nighttime Volunteering and Marine Conservation in Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific: A Citizen Network in Action
Community patrols to protect marine life In Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific region, particularly in areas of high biodiversity, a network of environmental volunteers carries out nighttime patrols aimed at protecting marine wildlife, especially sea turtles that come ashore to nest. These initiatives combine the efforts of local organizations, national and international volunteers, and conservation projects […]
Citizen Mobilization in Playa Panamá Reopens Debate Over Tree-Felling Permits in the Papagayo Tourism Zone
Protests in Guanacaste against forest intervention Several environmental organizations, community groups, and activists mobilized in Playa Panamá, in the province of Guanacaste, to express their opposition to a tree-felling permit linked to a tourism development project in the Papagayo Gulf Tourism Pole. The protest arose after authorization was granted for the removal of hundreds of […]
Costa Rica Strengthens Marine Conservation with Real-Time Monitoring Technology
Technological innovation serving environmental protection Costa Rica is advancing the modernization of its environmental management by incorporating new technological tools to protect its marine ecosystems. The Ministerio de Ambiente y Energía, through the Sistema Nacional de Áreas de Conservación, has strengthened its capabilities in the Cocos Marine Conservation Area with the implementation of the EarthRanger platform. This initiative aims […]
Costa Rica Gains Global Recognition with New Hotels Among the World’s Best
International recognition for the country’s hospitality sector Costa Rica continues to strengthen its position as a leading travel destination following the inclusion of two of its newest hotels in the prestigious “It List 2026” by Travel + Leisure, which highlights the best newly opened hotels worldwide. This ranking, curated by industry experts, evaluated nearly 250 properties […]
Institutional Weakness Raises Concerns Amid Surge in Illegal Mining in Costa Rica
Growing concern from the geological sector The expansion of illegal mining in Costa Rica has raised serious concerns among specialists and technical organizations. The Colegio de Geólogos de Costa Rica recently warned of a gradual weakening of the State’s institutional capacity to address this issue, particularly in key areas such as oversight and regulation of mineral resources. […]
UCR and MICITT sign agreement to create a technological laboratory for learning and entrepreneurship
A new space for innovation in Guanacaste The University of Costa Rica (UCR) and the Ministry of Science, Innovation, Technology and Telecommunications (MICITT) have signed an agreement to create a technological laboratory focused on learning, innovation, and entrepreneurship at the Santa Cruz Campus, in the province of Guanacaste. This new space aims to serve as […]
Punta Leona opposes MINAE proposal that would allow macaws to be kept in captivity
Community and conservation project voice concern The Punta Leona Beach Club and Nature Resort publicly expressed its opposition to an initiative promoted by the Ministerio de Ambiente y Energía (MINAE) that seeks to modify the Wildlife Conservation Law to allow individuals to keep psittacine birds — including parrots, parakeets, and macaws — in captivity. According […]
Costa Rica launches national competition to select the country’s finest coffee
A competition that recognizes national coffee excellence The Asociación de Cafés Finos de Costa Rica (SCACR) has opened the call for entries for the Cup of Excellence Costa Rica 2026, a national competition aimed at identifying and rewarding the highest-quality Costa Rican coffees. This event is part of an international initiative that highlights exceptional coffees […]
Clinical Research Company Expands Operations in Costa Rica and Plans New Jobs
Intego Clinical’s growth strengthens research services in the country Intego Clinical, the clinical research division of Intego Group, announced an acceleration of its expansion plans in Costa Rica to strengthen its capabilities in biometric analysis for clinical trials, serving international clients, including major pharmaceutical companies. This growth reflects Costa Rica’s strategic position as a regional […]
