According to the World Economic Forum, Medellin, Colombia, has reduced its average temperature by 2°C through the planting of trees. Credit: Genesis, Co1. Medellin, Colombia, has successfully reduced its average temperature by 2 degrees Celsius through the implementation of “green corridors,” or str
Climate change has been the root cause for many issues around the world, and by 2050, it is expected to make some countries to disappear. Credit: Chany Crystal – CC BY-ND 2.0 via Flickr.For decades, it has been commonly accepted that climate change is a real issue that may have devastating consequen
In Colombia, the world’s second most biodiverse country, is home to approximately 15 endemic monkey species. Credit: Miguel Angel Rodriguez Zambrano, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia ComonsColombia, one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, is home to 15 endemic monkey species known for their abili
Lomalinda Lagoon in Meta, Colombia, resembles the country’s map and offers unique activities for ecotourism in the region. Credit: X.com/@GobMetaColombia is home to a unique lagoon that resembles the shape of the country’s map. Located in the municipality of Puerto Lleras in the Meta department, the
French waste management company Veolia is facing allegations of deliberate pollution in the waters of San Silvestre, Colombia. Credit: Jhon Hegel Gutierrez- CC BY-SA 2.0 via Flickr (Illustrative Picture)French waste management company Veolia is facing allegations of severe pollution in Colombia. Rep
Men fishing in the Magdalena River in Mompox, Colombia. Credit: Genesis de La Ossa / Colombia OneColombia offers a variety of fishing opportunities, given its diverse landscapes and the abundance of natural resources. From river fishing to fishing in the Caribbean Sea, Colombians and visitors are fo
Panama’s rainforest almendro tree seems to benefit from frequent lightning strikes, as they bolster its growth. Credit: Max Reiser / CC BY 2.0In Panama’s tropical forests, the towering almendro tree appears to gain strength rather than suffer damage from frequent lightning strikes. Growing up to 180
A group of researchers in Colombia are seeking to create the first UNESCO geopark in an area of the department of Antioquia. Credit: KamiloKardona, Public Domain / Wikimedia.Colombia seeks to create its first UNESCO geopark in the Tusa hill (Cerro Tusa), in the department of Antioquia. The initiativ
Yoko, Colombia’s last captive chimp, was flown to Brazil to live in a primate sanctuary, ending two years of loneliness. Credit: Skepticalview / CC BY NC ND 2.0 (Illustrative Picture)Yoko, Colombia’s last remaining chimpanzee, was flown to Brazil yesterday to join others of his species. At 38 years
Simon Velez is a renowned Colombian architect specializing in constructions made from guadua, a type of bamboo native to Colombia’s Andes – Credit: Namagool7, CC BY-SA 4.0 / WikimediaSimon Velez is a Colombian architect who has created his own space in world architecture especially for his innovativ
The cowboy frog, native to Colombia’s Llano region, has a distinct and unusual croak rarely heard in wildlife. Credit: Khristian Venegas Valencia / CC BY-NC 4.0In Colombia’s Llano region, in the eastern part of the country, lives one of Colombia’s most unique creatures: the cowboy frog. Scientifical
A prison in Brazil is using geese instead of guard dogs, enhancing security with cost-effective and efficient animal patrols. Credit: John Romney, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia.At the São Pedro de Alcântara prison in Santa Catarina, Brazil, geese aid surveillance cameras and guards in monitoring the inmates
Colombia is preparing for the first rainy season of 2025, which will last until May, awaiting the consolidation of the La Niña phenomenon. Credit: Claudio Olivares, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 / Flickr.Colombia is preparing for the first rainy season of the year 2025. Between March and May, the first wave of ra
The BBC World Service reported that Colombia’s Ecopetrol had polluted up to 800 natural sites with oil spills by 2018. Credit: Ecopetrol.The BBC World Service has reported that Colombia’s state oil company, Ecopetrol, has polluted “hundreds of sites” with oil spills. These affected areas include wel
According to former environment minister Susana Muhamad, Colombia has rejected offers to do a debt-for-nature swap deal. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia OneAccording to former Environment Minister Susana Muhamad, Colombia has rejected offers for a debt-for-nature swap over concerns that such a deal
Hailing from Colombia, Ricardo and Daniela have successfully launched a sustainable coffee cup business in Miami. Credit: Courtesy Coffee KreisRicardo Garcia and Daniela Insignares, two entrepreneurs from Colombia living in Miami, have started a company that manufactures sustainable coffee cups from
La Chorrera waterfall stands as Colombia’s highest and one of the tallest in South America, ranking 60th among the world’s highest. Credit: Alexander Pabon/CC BY-SA 2.0Tucked away just 45 minutes from Bogota in Choachi, Cundinamarca, lies a natural treasure: La Chorrera waterfall. This wonder, tower
A new study finds that the Earth’s tilt controls ice ages, leading scientists to predict that a new ice age will begin in 11,000 years. Credit: Virgi Asprilla / Colombia OneFor nearly a million years, the Earth’s climate has shifted between freezing ice ages and warmer periods. A new study finds tha
The COP16 plenary concluded yesterday with an agreement to provide US$200 billion per year of financing for biodiversity conservation. Credit: Environment Ministry.The COP16 plenary concluded yesterday in Rome with a historic agreement on biodiversity protection financing. A mechanism was approved t
Colombia aims to secure financial agreements for biodiversity protection at the COP16 plenary session taking place in Rome. Credit: Environment Ministry.The plenary session of COP16 resumes today in Rome led by Acting Minister of Environment Susana Muhamad, under the presidency of Colombia. At the e
Colombia has more than 25 volcanoes throughout the country that excite national and foreign tourists. Credit: BETA2004/CC BY-SA 4.0 From mountaineering to thermal pools and ecological trails, Colombia’s volcanoes offer an unforgettable array of experiences for those seeking to immerse themselves in
Monkey Island in Colombia’s Amazon offers wildlife experiences with hundreds of monkeys, stunning views, and an intriguing history. Credit: Saimiri, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0/FlickrColombia is home to the fascinating Monkey Island, or “La Isla de los Micos,” in Leticia, Amazonas, where hundreds of squirrel mo
As Colombia grapples with post-conflict challenges, deforestation surges in former FARC territories, fueling illegal economies in the Amazon. Credit: Survival International (Illustrative Picture)Deforestation in Colombia is increasing as the armed conflict spreads into territories once controlled by
Deforestation in Colombia increased by 35% in 2024, according to the Ministry of Environment, with the Amazon being most severely affected. Credit: Oceanos y dados, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 / Flickr.Deforestation in Colombia increased by 35% in 2024, compared to 2023 data, according to preliminary data from
