Policies and rules
Policy Water Permit Requirements Costa Rica
This policy is to provide interpretation of the requirements in the context of Costa Rica law and regulatory processes on the respective requirements for water extractions until the conditions are
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“Producing Biodiversity” on a Costa Rican Banana Farm
This farm doesn't just grow bananas–it's producing biodiversity, fresh air, and stronger soils.[Read more...]
Impact Study
Baseline Study of Environmental and Social Conditions on Rainforest Alliance Certified Banana Plantations in Costa Rica and Belize
The Rainforest Alliance, IDH-Sustainable Trade Initiative, and private entities in the banana sector collaborated on an evaluation of the social and environmental practices on Rainforest Alliance
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Case Study
Next Steps in Sustainability: Measuring Impact & Testing Living Wage
Bananas as a commodity have a tumultuous history, particularly when it comes to labor practices and environmental degradation. While there have been many improvements over the last few decades, trade
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Pura Vida, Pura Bee-da
Meet pro surfer Carlos Cortes and Liz Paniagua, founders of a bee-rescue in Costa Rica.[Read more...]
Topics: Costa RicaIn the FieldWildlife
Growing Sustainable Flowers in Costa Rica
At Finca Santa María, women workers receive legal wages, have social security, paid vacations, and maternity and sick leave.[Read more...]
Topics: Costa RicaFlowersIn the Field
