Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous

Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous communities.

El Puente's School Program supports children's educational expenses. The Food Program provides healthy meals and a gathering place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Their Microloan Program offers small loans, from $20 to $400, using proven methods that have combated poverty globally since 1987.

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This episode delves into the practical application of circular economy ambitions in plastics and food. Hear perspectives from industry leaders including Bea Perez (The Coca-Cola Company), Safia

This episode delves into the practical application of circular economy ambitions in plastics and food. Hear perspectives from industry leaders including Bea Perez (The Coca-Cola Company), Safia Qureshi (ClubZero), Jim Andrew (PepsiCo), Pablo Costa (Unilever), and Karrie Denniston (Walmart.org).

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions a circular economy model that eliminates waste and pollution, circulates products and materials, and regenerates nature.

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Alvarado Guzman from the La Cusinga Eco Lodge in Costa Rica discussed his hotel's role in promoting national

Alvarado Guzman from the La Cusinga Eco Lodge in Costa Rica discussed his hotel's role in promoting national sustainability.

He was interviewed by Barry Heidt of SustainableTV at the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference, organized by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES). The video, edited by Sustainable Today, is available on EarthSayers.tv.

Randall Arauz gained international recognition for leading the campaign to halt the inhumane and environmentally catastrophic shark finning industry in Costa Rica. His successful efforts

Randall Arauz gained international recognition for leading the campaign to halt the inhumane and environmentally catastrophic shark finning industry in Costa Rica. His successful efforts established Costa Rica as a new global model for shark protection. This impactful work is featured in a video narrated by actor and environmentalist Robert Redford.

Arauz's achievements exemplify the spirit of the Goldman Environmental Prize, the world's largest award for grassroots environmentalists. Discover more about the prize at goldmanprize.org.

EARTH University in Costa Rica is a private, non-profit international institution. It focuses on education, research, and sustainable commercialization in agricultural sciences and natural

EARTH University in Costa Rica is a private, non-profit international institution. It focuses on education, research, and sustainable commercialization in agricultural sciences and natural resource management.

Their commercial banana farm supplies Whole Foods. Agricultural waste from banana production, combined with recycled paper, creates new paper. This "banana paper" targets niche markets like printing, high-end notebooks, and corporate stationery.

Full article: http://www.costaricafrog.com/2010/01/13/earth-university-costa-rica-green-carbon-neutral-bananas-paper/

This video examines how businesses, including Coca-Cola and Unilever, are addressing plastic pollution by reducing their plastic use.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, promotes

This video examines how businesses, including Coca-Cola and Unilever, are addressing plastic pollution by reducing their plastic use.

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Over 150 organizations support the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) statement. Bea Perez from Coca-Cola and Pablo Costa from Unilever explain EPR's vital role in

Over 150 organizations support the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) statement. Bea Perez from Coca-Cola and Pablo Costa from Unilever explain EPR's vital role in tackling plastic waste.

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Costa Rica's President Carlos Alvarado Quesada joined former U.S. Vice President Al Gore for "24 Hours of Reality." They discussed the profound impact of the climate crisis on Costa

Costa Rica's President Carlos Alvarado Quesada joined former U.S. Vice President Al Gore for "24 Hours of Reality." They discussed the profound impact of the climate crisis on Costa Rica.

This important conversation highlighted the urgent need for climate action. The event is hosted by The Climate Reality Project: http://climaterealityproject.org

Mike and Johanna Bresnan, from Vista del Valle, Costa Rica, share their sustainability journey.

They also discuss the development of their non-profit, "FUCAD" (The Costa Rica Foundation For

Mike and Johanna Bresnan, from Vista del Valle, Costa Rica, share their sustainability journey.

They also discuss the development of their non-profit, "FUCAD" (The Costa Rica Foundation For Aid and Sustainable Development).

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact of tourism on local communities.