Costa Rica has just run on 100 percent renewable energy for 300 days

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Costa Rica abolished the military in favour of education and health care for the people. No wonder they are hitting these benchmarks!

However, it’s not just a hotspot for newlyweds or keen surfers either, the popular travel destination has also set its sights on saving the world, via its advances with renewable energy. Back in 2015 it managed to generate 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable energy sources for 299 days, and in 2016, it ran for 271 days on everything but fossil fuels.

Costa Rica, known primarily as a honeymoon destination, is a veritable paradise. Not only is it full of picturesque scenes featuring white sand beaches, and crystal clear waters, but you’re pretty much guaranteed sunshine all year round. And boy is it atmospheric – jam packed with misty jungles, mind-boggling […]

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