Summer Program in Strategies for Sustaining Tropical Ecosystems
The School for Field Studies
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Location:
| Atenas - Costa Rica | |
Site:
| The Center for Sustainable Development Studies | |
Highlights:
| Costa Rica has a long history of preservation, and has developed an extensive national park system. | |
Host Language:
| Spanish | |
Field(s) of Work:
| Conservation, Ecosystems | |
Included:
| Academic Credit, Ground Transportation, Housing, Meals (Some), Other | |
Accommodations:
| Other | |
Compensation:
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Description:
| Costa Rica has a long history of preservation, and has developed an extensive national park system. However, with large-scale agriculture still playing a vital role in Costa Rica's economy, it is clear parks may not be enough to sustain this incredible biodiversity. Costa Rica struggles to balance environmental protection with the economic needs of its people. Successful management strategies ... |
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