Green and sustainable building practices are rapidly growing in popularity in Costa Rica as more technology, suppliers, materials, and developments become available. In the U.S., green building is the fastest growing segment of the construction market, and many leading companies have announced plans to “green” their corporate offices. Studies have shown that people living and working in green buildings lead happier and more productive lives.
New to green building? Take a tour of a tropical eco house design at Solar-vistas.com here: tropical eco-house example.
Ricobau – Montezuma/Malpais/Tambor – Enrico Reolon specializes in ultra-modern house design and construction.
Super Steve Jurries – Osa Peninsula – Bamboo and Natural Building Materials – 8390-1002
Container Homes in Costa Rica – Nationwide – A new innovation in Costa Rica – use recycled shipping containers to make a strong, inexpensive home.
Green Landscaping and Xeriscaping
The New Dawn Center – Central Valley? – Ed Bernhardt’s website for eco-gardening, xeriscaping, seed sharing, and information on healthy gardening.
Raingsong Vivero – Southern Nicoya Peninsula – Cabuya’s inexpensive plant resource and expertise on biodynamic and biointensive gardening. All fruit trees, plus rare and endangered hardwood seedlings for 500 colones each.
Green Learning Centers / Permaculture
Costa Rica’s International Center for Sustainability – Montezuma/Malpais – Amazing 50 Ha Permaculture learning center under development in Montezuma, Costa Rica.
Rancho Mastatal – Central Pacific – “Promotes Sustainable Living in every way.”