Archives for June 14, 2018

The surface waters of the North Zone, in places where pineapple crops are concentrated, show a frequent presence of certain pesticides such as bromacil, ametryn, and diuron, despite the fact that these agrochemicals are banned in Costa Rica. In the case of groundwater, the pesticide most frequently detected was bromacil, with higher concentrations than those […]

Costa Rica has an ambitious commitment to the environment: achieving Carbon Neutrality in 2021. This objective is supported by the country’s participation in global alliances such as the Paris Agreement, as well as internal efforts and policies such as the National Strategy for Change Climate. To reach the goal, allies of the different social sectors […]

In the framework of the Day of the Tree in Costa Rica, the State of the Nation Report 2017 indicates that one of the most positive aspects in the management of the national territory is the recovery of forest coverage; however, the sustainability of this environmental achievement faces latent threats. Since the 90s forest loss […]

The Joint Institute of Social Assistance (IMAS) maintains surveillance operations to assist families in poverty who are affected by the rains. Through the local emergency committees, the authorities assured that they will invest the necessary resources. On Wednesday, the National Emergency Commission (CNE) reported more than 100 incidents due to heavy rains in eight cantons […]

The low-cost US airline Spirit will fly between the city of Orlando, Florida, and Juan Santamaría International Airport. The route will be open from October 5th. The Presidency of the Republic informed that this route will operate four times a week and that from November 8th the frequency will be daily. The Government did not […]