Author name: Geolupa

This project with the Municipality of Golfito was carried out with a participatory and inclusive approach, taking into account the particularities and needs of the different sectors of the population. The process was especially enriched by the valuable contributions of the indigenous territories within the canton. The plan aims to strengthen local environmental management by […]

In Costa Rica, Integrated Solid Waste Management Programs are not only a legal requirement established by the Ministry of Health—they are also a vital tool for advancing sustainability in commercial and industrial operations. Geolupa has developed numerous programs for companies and organizations committed to responsible waste management, including CASEM, Restaurante Thomas & Thiago, Cafetería Stella’s,

At Geolupa, we have advised a range of companies and individuals in finding solutions for water access and in the formalization of their water sources. Our work includes the registration of springs and the legalization of wells through the procedures established by the Water Amnesty Law—supporting the legal, responsible, and sustainable use of water resources.

Curicancha Reserve, located in Monteverde, entrusted Geolupa to provide guidance in improving its internal water supply system. Leveraging our expertise in both public and private water systems, we provided technical support to ensure a reliable supply of clean, safe water for staff and visitors—reinforcing the reserve’s commitment to responsible water resource management.

Geolupa has had the opportunity to collaborate with free trade zones such as Flexipark and ZETA Industrial Park, providing educational sessions and workshops for staff on key topics including integrated solid waste management, fossil fuel reduction, sustainable transportation, water resource conservation, and climate change. In addition, we have provided services such as emergency response planning,

Geolupa has supported—and continues to guide—various organizations through the entire process of obtaining the Ecological Blue Flag Award. Our service includes registration, ongoing advisory support, development of educational talks, workshops, and training sessions, ensuring active and effective participation in the program. This comprehensive support has helped our clients strengthen their environmental commitment and achieve their

Globalvia has entrusted Geolupa as its environmental advisor on water resource management. We currently provide ongoing support through monitoring and analysis of both drinking water and wastewater, as well as water quality assessments of surface water bodies—such as rivers and streams—crossing this vital transportation corridor in Costa Rica. Our work contributes to the responsible and

Geolupa has supported various private sector organizations—including Corporación Multi-Inversiones, ATL Technology, AVNA, and Freudenberg Medical—for several years by providing environmental advisory services and official environmental oversight. Our efforts have focused on ensuring compliance with Costa Rica’s environmental legislation, enhancing each organization’s environmental management practices, and advancing their sustainability strategies.

In collaboration with the Municipality of Golfito, Geolupa carried-out a Solid Waste Characterization and Generation Rate Study for the municipality. Unlike other projects, this initiative included a technical training phase for municipal staff, aimed at transferring knowledge and building local capacity to carry out such studies independently in the future. The team was also trained