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What is the goal of 'La Alianza del Pacífico' regarding single-use plastics?
To eliminate single-use plastics in Ecuador, México, Colombia, Perú, and Chile.
What percentage of global emissions does Latin America contribute?
Approximately 5%.
What is a major cause of deforestation in Latin America?
Agriculture due to increased food demand.
What percentage of energy use in Central America comes from renewable sources?
56%
Why is the Amazon rainforest important?
It's a biodiversity hotspot, a carbon sink, and supports indigenous communities.
What percentage of Costa Rica's territory is protected?
25%
What percentage of the world's biodiversity is hosted in Costa Rica?
5%
What does the UN predict about plastic in the ocean by 2050?
There will be more plastic than fish.
Which country is a prime example of ecotourism?
Costa Rica
What is the biggest culprit of greenhouse gases?
CO2
How many animal species are affected by plastic pollution in the Galapagos Islands?
More than 20.
What is the meaning of 'El cambio climático'?
A shift in global weather patterns due to human activity (Climate change).
What is the meaning of 'Plástico de un solo uso'?
Items like plastic bottles, bags, and straws designed for one-time use (Single use plastic).
What is the meaning of 'Gases de efecto invernadero'?
Atmospheric gases that trap heat, contributing to global warming (Greenhouse gases).
What is the meaning of 'Calentamiento global'?
The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature (Global warming).
What is the meaning of 'Recursos naturales'?
Materials from nature like water, minerals, and forests (Natural resources).
What is the meaning of 'Energía renovables'?
Energy sources that replenish naturally, like solar, wind, and geothermal (Renewable energy sources).
What is the meaning of 'La desforestación'?
The clearing of forests, often for agriculture or development (Deforestation).
What is the meaning of 'Ecoturismo'?
Tourism focused on preserving and appreciating the environment (Ecotourism).
Translate 'Climate change'.
El cambio climático
Translate 'Deforestation'.
La desforestación
Translate 'Renewable energy'.
Energía renovable
Translate 'Greenhouse gases'.
Gases de efecto invernadero
What is the meaning of 'El cambio climático'?
A shift in global weather patterns due to human activity; Climate change.
What is the meaning of 'Plástico de un solo uso'?
Items like plastic bottles, bags, and straws designed for one-time use; Single use plastic.
What is the meaning of 'Gases de efecto invernadero'?
Atmospheric gases that trap heat, contributing to global warming; Greenhouse gases.
What is the meaning of 'Calentamiento global'?
The long-term increase in Earth's average surface temperature; Global warming.
What is the meaning of 'Recursos naturales'?
Materials from nature like water, minerals, and forests; Natural resources.
What is the meaning of 'Energía renovables'?
Energy sources that replenish naturally, like solar, wind, and geothermal; Renewable energy sources.
What is the meaning of 'La desforestación'?
The clearing of forests, often for agriculture or development; Deforestation.
What is the meaning of 'Ecoturismo'?
Tourism focused on preserving and appreciating the environment; Ecotourism.
Translate: 'Climate change'
El cambio climático
Translate: 'Greenhouse gases'
Gases de efecto invernadero
Translate: 'Deforestation'
La desforestación
Translate: 'Renewable energy'
Energía renovable