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8.) 1.) Reliable electric power from fully renewable sources. Costa Rica was able to fully meet its own needs for electrical energy by means of renewables. For example, in 2021 it met 99.92% of its needs using sustainable and clean sources which included the following:

a) Hydroelectric: b) Geothermal:

Using rivers and dams to generate electricity. Using the heat generated by subterranean sources.

c) Eolic:

Using the energy provided by the wind.

d) Thermal, uses waste products:

Using remnants of sugar cane. Capturing the energy of the sun.

e) Solar:

This availability of clean, renewable energy also makes it an ideal country in which to implement the use of electric vehicles, both for personal use as well as for mass transit use such as taxis and buses and this is already happening. 9.) Reliable Internet high speed services are available throughout most of the country with an increase in the use of fiber optic cabling to deliver high-speed internet (300 Mbps) and now since late 2023, there is also the option of using the Starlink service (150 Mbps). 10.) The opportunity to learn a new language onsite. The easiest way to learn a new language is by living in an environment where it is the local spoken language.The biggest advantages are that by speaking the local language you will fit in better and be more readily accepted as a member of the local community and Ticos love it when you try to speak the language. Another big benefit is that in learning a new language you develop new neural pathways, and this is very helpful in avoiding or significantly slowing down Alzheimer’s and other Dementias. It is a Win-Win scenario.