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Costa Ricans take the ‘reforestation challenge’

This was the fourth round of the monthly Reforestation Challenge.

Protecting Costa Rica’s Biodiversity: It’s a bug’s life

Insect populations account for 85% of all animals that live in the Osa Peninsula.

Apply now: CRUSA offering full-ride scholarships to US colleges

The scholarship covers tuition, books and other classroom materials, health insurance and living expenses.

Costa Rica’s Corcovado Foundation a finalist for international funding

EOCA selected the Corcovado Foundation for its proposal to reduce plastic waste in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula.

This week in the Peace Corps: Sports for youth development

Some rural communities struggle with lack of resources and recreational activities. In my personal experience, the majority of the people in my community play soccer and ride their bikes.

This week in the Peace Corps: A volunteer’s time in Talamanca

It’s interesting when people ask me what’s it like living in an indigenous territory.
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Landslides and Flooding Wreak Havoc on Costa Rica’s Roads

The recent heavy rains in Costa Rica have caused significant damage to the country’s already deteriorating road network. According to the National Roads Council...

Costa Rica Fights Coral Bleaching with Pioneering Restoration Efforts

Coral reefs, often called the rainforests of the sea, are critical to the health of our planet, supporting over one-quarter of all marine species....

Poverty Surges in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Province

Extreme poverty in Costa Rica's Guanacaste province has surged from 1.9% in 2021 to 3.9% in 2024, doubling in just three years. Workers in...