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COSTA RICA DECARBONIZEDThe decarbonization plan for Costa Rica consists of ten points, including transportation, waste, agricul- ture, cattle, cargo and construction. It is divided into short-term goals (which will ideally be completed by 2020) and longo-term goals (to be completed by 2050). The government hopes to build an electric cargo train in Limon, install fast-charge stations for cars and to utiliza electric busses on public routes. If effective, Costa Rica's decarbonization plan could pave the way for others countries to focus on a greener and brighter future.PIONEER IN PROTECTIONOn Thursday, September 26th, President Carlos Alvarado accepted the "Champions of the Earth" award from the United Nations on behalf of his administration and Costa Rica. The UN stated that Costa Rica "has been a pioneer in the protection of peace and nature".