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Local environment news on climate, conservation, and air and water quality. We unpack risks, restoration plans, and recovery, plus resilience planning.

Quintana Roo Green Seal
•September 4, 2025

Quintana Roo Green Seal pushes cleaner tourism and spend

Find out how the Quintana Roo Green Seal will help ensure cleaner beaches and sustainable practices in the Mexican tourism sector.
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El Sauzal port expansion
•September 3, 2025

Judge halts El Sauzal port expansion after federal order

A federal judge has halted the El Sauzal port expansion amid community concerns and promises of transparency from authorities.
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hazardous battery containers
•September 2, 2025

Reward offered over hazardous battery containers in Ramos Arizpe

Find out the significance of hazardous battery containers and how they threaten the environment in Ramos Arizpe.
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Baja abalone ban
•September 2, 2025

Baja abalone ban begins as seasonal closure protects a key fishery

The Baja abalone ban is now in effect to protect vulnerable blue and pink abalone during spawning months. Learn more here.
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Perfect Day Mexico
•September 1, 2025

Perfect Day Mexico faces environmental review in Mahahual

Navigate the complexities of Perfect Day Mexico and its implications for coral reefs, mangroves, and local economies.
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Playa Caracol public access
•August 28, 2025

Playa Caracol public access squeezed by private umbrellas

Understand the issue of Playa Caracol public access as locals struggle with narrowing free beach space and umbrellas.
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San José Estuary cleanup
•August 28, 2025

San José Estuary cleanup removes 32 tons of invasive weeds

Learn about the San José Estuary cleanup, where crews removed 32 tons of invasive plants to protect the habitat and tourism.
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crocodile in Puerto Vallarta
•August 26, 2025

Crocodile in Puerto Vallarta lunges at Marina beachgoer (Video)

A crocodile in Puerto Vallarta emerged from the sea at Playa Bocanegra in Marina Vallarta and lunged at a young man, who escaped unhurt; authorities...
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Boca de Tomates sea turtle season
•August 26, 2025

Boca de Tomates sea turtle season faces poaching pressure

Boca de Tomates sea turtle season is peaking in Puerto Vallarta with strong nightly arrivals, but nest poaching persists despite federal protections and recent arrests.
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Blue Flag certification Playa Camarones
•August 25, 2025

Blue Flag certification returns to Playa Camarones in Puerto Vallarta

Blue Flag returns to Playa Camarones in Puerto Vallarta after summer water-quality alerts.
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raw sewage spill Playas de Tijuana
•August 24, 2025

Raw sewage spill hits Playas de Tijuana malecón

Raw sewage spill at Playas de Tijuana malecón prompts health concerns as foul-smelling wastewater seeps toward the ocean.
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Turtle nesting in Puerto Vallarta starts with rare casquito sighting
•August 24, 2025

Guadalajara Zoo hatches Casquito turtle — and a plan to save the world’s tiniest turtle

Guadalajara Zoo confirms the first Casquito turtle hatch under care, a breakthrough for this micro-endemic species and a step toward recovery in Puerto Vallarta.
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