Reporting on climate, conservation, and ecological issues in Panama. We highlight scientific findings, policy responses, and community sustainability efforts.
Hong Kong customs seized dried shark fins worth about HK$280,000 that arrived from Panama, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of wildlife-related cargo. The case also underscores Panama’s role in global shipping routes.
Arraiján’s water shortage reflects decades of rapid growth, aging pipes and weak planning in Panamá Oeste. A new treatment plant and stronger territorial controls are seen as key to easing the pressure.
Panama’s weather authority has kept a nationwide rain advisory active, with showers expected mainly in the afternoon. The alert comes as residents and drivers prepare for changing conditions across the country.
Panamanian authorities have issued a vigilance notice for swell and rain on the Pacific coast and are urging the public to take precautions. Officials are continuing to monitor conditions closely.
Satellite data shows Veraguas accounts for 20% of Panama’s fires, with Panama and Coclé also among the most affected provinces. La Yeguada stands out as a vulnerable hotspot because of its pine cover.
MiAmbiente stopped illegal logging work in the protected area of Lago Gatún in Colón and detained the machinery used on site. The case underscores the importance of protecting watershed and forest zones tied to the Panama Canal.
INADEH trained 22 technicians in solar energy over eight months in Ngäbe Buglé, supporting efforts to bring electricity to schools in the comarca. The initiative links renewable energy skills with local development in one of Panama’s most remote regions.
Panama has launched a satellite fishing surveillance center in Vacamonte to monitor the national fleet 24/7 and fight illegal fishing. The system is meant to improve traceability, enforcement, and seafood export controls.
Panama’s Environment Ministry stopped illegal logging inside the Gatun Lake Protected Area and retained machinery used in the clearing. Authorities confirmed damage to about 0.80 hectares of forest cover.
Panama has approved a law to combat food waste and strengthen food security through incentives and sustainable measures. The new framework aims to improve safe access to food while encouraging more responsible use of resources.
Panama faces an intense early-April heat wave, with temperatures above 35°C in several regions and a peak period for forest fire risk around April 3. Authorities are warning of high thermal sensation across much of the country.
Panama’s Environment Ministry says its audit of the Donoso mine is 88.84% complete. Officials also say exposed medium- and low-grade material needs to be removed and processed.
Panama’s Environment Ministry says the audit of the Donoso copper mine is 88.84% complete, with inspectors flagging exposed ore that could create acid rock drainage. The review is now in its final validation stage.
SINAPROC has issued a vigilance notice for mar de fondo along Panama’s Pacific coast during Holy Week. The alert highlights the need for caution at beaches and coastal areas as holiday crowds increase.
Panama is introducing environmental education initiatives in all 16 regional school districts to strengthen awareness, belonging, and student leadership. The nationwide effort puts classrooms at the center of conservation messaging.
Panama’s Caribbean side is forecast to see intermittent rain, heavy showers, heat and strong wind gusts this Thursday, especially from Colón to Bocas del Toro.
Panama has been ranked among the 13 countries with the best air quality in the world, a result that authorities welcome while urging caution in how it is interpreted. The finding highlights the country’s environmental standing and the importance of preserving it as development continues.
Environment Minister Juan Carlos Navarro said the La Villa River water reaching treatment plant intakes meets the requirements for potabilization. The statement underscores the river’s importance to Panama’s drinking-water supply.
Communities in Chiriquí along the Inter-American Highway continue to face poor nighttime lighting, exposing safety risks and uneven public investment. The problem underscores broader inequality in basic services across Panama.
An audit of the mining project in Donoso found exposed sulfide material and raised a possible acid drainage concern. The fifth SGS Panama report reviewed 147 environmental commitments tied to the project.