UGA Costa Rica

Sustainability Initiatives

Certification for Sustainable Tourism

Costa Rica is a world leader in conservation and wise use of natural resources. This small country (which fits 3 times in the state of Georgia, USA!), produces 92% of the electricity from renewable

UGA Costa Rica Carbon Offset Program

Time to Take Action on Climate Change

Launched in January of 2008, the UGA Costa Rica Carbon Program is unique among carbon offset programs in that it has high added value. In addition to

UGA Costa Rica Sustainability Report

A critical basis for change and consensus is to find a way to introduce
and discuss ecological principles in society in a manner that draws
people together, rather than repelling or deterring

Sustainable Agriculture

Given the physical facilities of the UGA Costa Rica Campus, we have a special opportunity to develop a long-term integrated farming operations program that will address education, research and

Red de Reserveas Privadas

UGA Costa Rica is proud to be a member of Red de Reservas Prividas, the Costa Rican Network of Nature Reserves. Approximately 60% of the UGA Costa Rica campus is maintained in protected forest

Pájaro Campana Biological Corridor

UGA Costa Rica campus is located within the Pájaro Campana Biological Corridor (PCBC), which spans from the cloudforests that straddle the continental divide down to the mangrove forests along the

UGA Costa Rica Endorses the Earth Charter

Endorsement of the Earth Charter by individuals or organizations signifies a commitment to the spirit and aims of the Earth Charter. It is an indication that we intend to utilize the Earth Charter