Reporting on climate, conservation, and ecological issues in Panama. We highlight scientific findings, policy responses, and community sustainability efforts.
Panama has approved processing of ore already extracted and stockpiled at the Cobre Panama site. The decision adds a new chapter to the country’s debate over mining, regulation, and environmental balance.
Argentina’s lower house has approved a bill that would allow mining in glacier-protected areas, drawing protests over threats to water supplies. The fight highlights a growing regional clash between resource development and environmental protection.
Chiriquí business groups are defending Puerto Barú as a strategic investment, while UNESCO’s review keeps the project under scrutiny over Coiba National Park. The case now sits at the intersection of development, environmental protection, and investor confidence.
Hydrocarbons specialist Harry Quinn discussed tanker and tank operations beneath the Bridge of the Americas and how they may have helped spread Monday’s fire. The incident has renewed concern over fuel handling near one of Panama’s most important transport routes.
Dead fish in the Curunducito River have drawn attention to sewage contamination and the growing pressure on Panama’s urban waterways. The incident highlights the environmental and public health risks tied to polluted rivers.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment in Coclé says the proposed quarry project in La Pava, Olá is not active and ordered a sign removed from the area. The move is meant to help protect local natural resources.
Panama has approved the export of stockpiled copper ore from Cobre Panamá, allowing First Quantum to process material already extracted. The move is expected to generate more revenue for infrastructure while reducing environmental risks at the site.
Panama’s housing ministry will review the cases of families affected by Hurricanes Eta and Iota in Tierras Altas to determine who still qualifies for assistance. Officials also discussed water supply, dredging needs, and the future of the Paso Ancho housing project.
A traveling exhibition on Panama’s protected areas has opened in Tocumen, using images and audiovisual content to promote biodiversity awareness. The display will expand to other parts of the country.
Navarro said copper material will be removed and exported from the mine site to help prevent contamination. An ongoing audit is expected to provide new information on the area’s environmental condition in the coming weeks.
Residents of Tabernilla say they warned authorities for months about fuel odors and unsafe truck traffic before the April 6 fire near the Bridge of the Americas. After the blaze, the Panama Maritime Authority suspended the concession at the affected site.
Panama has released more than 340,000 sea turtles and launched a national conservation plan aimed at protecting nesting beaches and marine biodiversity. The effort marks a major step in the country’s coastal environmental strategy.
Panama is forecast to experience isolated showers and high UV radiation, while sea conditions remain moderate on both the Caribbean and Pacific coasts. Waves are expected to stay below 1.5 meters, with longer periods on the Pacific side.
Panama’s Environment Ministry has launched a technical review of Puerto Barú after UNESCO flagged possible effects on Coiba National Park. The case now moves into a formal assessment phase ahead of an updated report due in 2026.
Mangroves around Panama Viejo are more than scenery: they protect the coast, support wildlife and strengthen the historic site’s identity. Their conservation is increasingly tied to Panama City’s resilience and urban planning.
A fuel tanker explosion damaged a bridge over the Panama Canal, killing one person and injuring two firefighters. The fire raised fresh concerns about safety around one of Panama’s most critical transport routes.
Panama’s Commerce Ministry authorized the removal, processing, and export of stored material at the Cobre Panamá mine under a safe management plan. The decision aims to reduce environmental risks and manage ore already on site in Donoso.
The Bridge of the Americas remains in apparently good condition, but technicians are monitoring it more closely after heat-related effects were detected. Further testing has been recommended to assess the structure over time.
Panama’s MICI has authorized Minera Panamá to process and export material from Cobre Panamá in Donoso to help reduce environmental risks. The decision adds a new chapter to the country’s ongoing debate over mining, oversight, and environmental protection.
Authorities conducted a technical inspection of the Bridge of the Americas as SINAPROC said it is preparing for the worst-case scenario. The bridge remains a vital link over the Panama Canal and a key route for the capital.