Costa Rica is widely known for its nature and conservation, attracting millions of visitors a year.

For the first time on record, solar power generated more electricity than coal in the United States during a full calendar month — a milestone that underscores how quickly the nation's power system is changing.

Climate Change has led to a dramatic shift in Costa Rica's weather patterns

A new study is challenging one of the most persistent arguments against removing aging dams: that nearby communities will suffer economically if the structures come down.

In rural areas of Costa Rica, pineapple plantations are cropping up more frequently. Sometimes they’re right next to homes, raising health concerns about pesticide use.

Every year, thousands of animals are killed on Nevada’s roads. But the problem isn’t unique to the state. Costa Rica is also facing a similar problem. To help reduce these collisions, efforts are underway to build wildlife crossings in both.

On a cool May morning, dozens of birds chatter in the trees, darting playfully back and forth in the Costa Rican rainforest. Among these, we hear the shorter, quieter chirps of hummingbirds at La Selva biological station in Braulio Carillo National Park.

Abejones de mayo, also known as May Beetles, signify the start of the rainy season in Costa Rica. Their species pollinate plants, aerate soil and serve as prey for other animals. However, their population has been declining because of reasons like light pollution.

Severe drought is shrinking the places many Western animals depend on for food, water and shelter, and the effects may be strongest for predators, according to new research.

People living near oil refineries can often see or smell signs of industrial pollution. Now, a new interactive map aims to help them better understand the potential health impacts associated with those facilities.