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Monthly Archives: August 2015


Costa Rica Welcomes Nerds in Paradise

Costa Rica Welcomes Nerds in Paradise

Costa Rica is now making space for the technology community. According to a recent announcement, techXscapes launched an Indiegogo campaign for funding its destination bungalow-workspace pilot location in Costa Rica with the funding goal of $75,000. TechXscapes choose Costa Rica for its natural beauty and pro strong pro-foreign investment policies. The country is a favorable place for the technology community to develop new companies and ideas.

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Costa Rica Carbon Neutral Record 94 Days

Costa Rica Carbon Neutral Record 94 Days

Costa Rica may just be the most ambitious country in the world when it comes to clean energy. It’s turning out to be a leader in sustainability and a model country for the global community. The country set a world record this month of running 94 consecutive days on 100% clean energy on August 9th. The majority of Costa Rica’s clean energy comes from hydropower. It breaks down into 77.6 percent of electricity is generated from hydroelectric power plants; 12.34 percent from geothermal sources; 10.05 percent from wind power; and 0.01 percent from solar panels. The strike ended when the ICE had to burn 1% of fossil fuels to meet energy demands. Overall, its an impressive accomplishment. Costa Rica is the first country to meet 100% of its energy demands from clean energy. It sets a new bar for other countries to follow.

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5 Steps to Purchasing Your Dream Home in Costa Rica

5 Steps to Purchasing Your Dream Home in Costa Rica

Looking for the perfect house to meet your needs can be a daunting process even for the most experienced buyer, purchasing property in a foreign country requires a different approach and expertise. Whether you are searching for a villa close to the beach, apartment or condo close to town, a casita or farm tucked up in the mountains, Costa Rica has a rich diverse selection of real estate in a wide price range that can fit just about any budget, desire or situation.

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