Solutions so far Costa Rica Long-term deforestation: Encouraging land owners by the government (cash payments through international donations and nationwide taxes) Land owners job: tree plantation, safeguarding biodiversity, scenic beauty and water management Beach management: The Blue Flag Ecological Program Organizing of coastal communities for administration and surveillance of the sanitary quality of Costa Ricas beaches Qualified beaches are awarded depending on: Quality of beach waters Bacteriological condition of water meant for human consumption Solid and liquid waste management Environmental education and involvement of the community Beaches are monitored on monthly basis Because of the countrys low annual downfall, there might not be enough fresh water Financing new water systems In January 2008, Manuel Antonio inaugurated a new aqueduct, this satisfies needs of the 3300 Manuel Antonio residents and up to 6500 hotel guests, as well as much of the surrounding Aguirre County