The Environmental Success Story of Costa Rica


The world is made up of many countries, and these countries each have their own individual characters and resources. What is beneficial in one country, therefore, may not necessarily be as successful in neigboring countries, but this is no reason for people and parties not to look at developing new and alternative solutions to problems which have been around for a long time. 

When talking about countries which lead the world, it is generally accepted that we mean countries which wield a great degree of power globally, countries with large landmasses or populations, and those who are cash- or resource-rich. Generally, people think of the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy or Russia – or indeed the likes of the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Japan and China. However, one country which is showing a possible way forward is Costa Rica. 

Anyone looking at Costa Rica would be forced to admit that it is a quite beautiful country. Literally translated its Spanish name means “coast of the rich” – and the situation for its residents fits that nickname. The financial situation of the country and its inhabitants is as positive as anywhere in the world. A recent survey also showed that it was the “happiest country in the world”. Furthermore, it is one of the world’s greenest countries – both in terms of landscape and in terms of environmental matters. 

Costa Rica is moving closer and closer to having a universally viable solar energy scheme. In doing this it may well offer a template for other countries who want a green future and a happy population.