Explore the impact of Costa Rica’s pioneering efforts to prioritize the environment over economic growth for its population.
Costa Rica is one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet. Its entire west coast is bordered by the Pacific Ocean. The entire east coast borders the Atlantic. While this contributes to its stunning beauty, it also makes Costa Rica particularly vulnerable to the impact of climate change. With South America considered the “second most vulnerable region” in the world, Costa Rica has been forced to confront the challenges this brings in a unique way. This is particularly reflected in their unique approach to everything related to energy and its consumption as well as the preservation of its environment.
The film, Nothing Grows Forever, examines how Costa Rica became a pioneer in the fight against climate change and how urban planning can be harnessed to benefit humans and wildlife. In a world obsessed with economic growth, this film shows how this small South American country achieves high levels of well-being that have very little to do with money.
