Decarbonizing the energy sector is one of the most pressing challenges on the path to achieving the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Generating more than 98% of its energy from renewable resources, Costa Rica is pioneering the way. This success story is written by a courageous individual who has dedicated her life to developing renewable energy sources. María de los Angeles Gálvez Orellana shares her personal journey from growing up in El Salvador to working with the pioneers of geothermal energy in Costa Rica.
In a country struggling with national debt and unemployment, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact. In these difficult times, who will support sustainable enterprises threatened by the consequences of national lockdowns? Argentinian lawyer Juan Erdocia addresses the important issue of leveraging private investment for sustainable initiatives. He tells us about the difficulties that two local initiatives from Buenos Aires have faced as a result of the pandemic and how they found financial support.
Two small towns with a rich cultural heritage. A wide river with numerous arms and green islands. Dense forests and swamps with rich biodiversity. Farrapos National Park has a lot to offer. But can balancing conservation and economic development in the area be achieved? Gustavo Olveyra explains how two young men from San Javier, with support from local and national authorities, paved the way for sustainable tourism.
