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Stories from Costa Rica<\/span><\/span><\/h3>
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by Alvaro Uma\u00f1a<\/span><\/span><\/h5>
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Costa Rica’s Environmental Leadership<\/h2>\n

This collection of stories shares my personal experiences and insights into Costa Rica’s efforts in environmental conservation, sustainable development, and climate action. Each narrative reflects the approaches and challenges encountered, offering lessons and reflections on the efforts to build a sustainable future.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Creating the Ministry of Environment and Energy<\/h4><\/a>

Discover how Costa Rica pioneered by giving nature political power and a cabinet level position.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Reorganizing Conservation and Biodiversity<\/h4><\/a>

Explore how Costa Rica replaced the traditional western view of conservation for a new and thriving model.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Ecological Economics<\/h4><\/a>

Discover how Costa Rica gave its forests economic value by implementing forest incentives.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Reversal of Deforestation and Forestry Development<\/h4><\/a>

How Costa Rica went from 26% forest coverage in the 1980\u2019s to almost 60% in 2024, while driving sustainable economic prosperity. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Debt-swaps for Conservation<\/h4><\/a>

Learn about one of the most creative financial solutions implemented in the battle against climate change.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Climate Change<\/h4><\/a>

Uncover Costa Rica’s proactive strategies in mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>

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Blog<\/h2>\n

Follow the latest articles here<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

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