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Uno de los aspectos más valiosos e inspiradores de esta jornada fue ver cómo diversas organizaciones, instituciones y vecinos unieron sus esfuerzos por el bienestar ambiental de nuestra zona

FUNDEMA PP and Primates de Grecia join forces with UCR and the Municipality of Grecia to map and protect Los Chorros Park using GPS and LiDAR drone tech. Learn how you can support our efforts.

This August, Fundema PP had the privilege of joining hands with incredible community leaders and corporate partners for two inspiring tree planting events in Grecia. As an organization dedicated to nature conservation, we were honored to stand alongside these organizations and support their vital initiatives to safeguard local ecosystems. Two Key Landscapes, One Shared Purpose Both events took place on former agricultural lands—previously used for coffee and tomato cultivatio

A historic milestone for Costa Rican’s Roads. Today we celebrate a momentous milestone in the history of environmental conservation in Costa Rica. The approval of the amendment to the law Orgánica del Ambiente (Ley N.° 7554) decisively strengthens Costa Rica’s commitment to the implementation of wildlife crossings and comprehensive mitigation measures that reduce wildlife mortality on the country’s roads. For years, habitat fragmentation caused by road infrastructure has pose

In today's ecotourism market, travelers are looking for much more than just a quiet place to stay: they want authentic and enriching experiences that bring them into direct contact with nature. Birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts represent one of the most dedicated and high-value segments of the international tourism industry. Investing in professional biodiversity monitoring on your property not only promotes regional conservation but also generates a clear and measurable

Editor's note: An earlier version of this article was originally published on June 9, 2026, in Periódico Mi Tierra (based on contributions from Francis Suárez, FUNDEMA, and the Tacares municipal government). In Región de Occidente (Western Region), protecting our natural heritage requires teamwork and a vision for the future: With the goal of continuing to strengthen strategic partnerships in support of environmental conservation, the Fundación para el Desarrollo de la Ecolo

June 1, 2026, Grecia, Costa Rica — As part of the National Tree Day celebrations, Primates de Grecia, a key program and initiative of the Ecological Foundation (Fundema), joined forces with Siembratón 2026, a national movement dedicated to reforestation, the restoration of vital ecosystems, and active community participation. As a result of this outstanding work in the field, the National Forestry Office (ONF) officially recognized Primates de Grecia for its valuable contribu

When you hear the acronym FUNDEMA-PP, you’re dealing with an initiative deeply rooted in local history and biodiversity conservation. It stands for Foundation for Ecological and Environmental Development of Potreros de Puax. As a biologist and president of this organization, my mission and commitment at the helm of FUNDEMA-PP is to protect a vital ecological corridor in the Western Central Valley before it’s too late. A Look at History: Where Does “Puax” Come From? The term