environment
February 19, 2026
Marena Consolidates Environmental Policies with the Prominence of Families and Communities
From the National Zoo, Canal 4's Revista En Vivo spoke with the Minister of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARENA), Javier Gutiérrez.
TL;DR
- MARENA, led by Minister Javier Gutiérrez, highlights 19 years of environmental conservation efforts.
- Environmental management is integrated with communities and families, with a focus on youth involvement.
- Nicaragua has 76 conservation and sustainable development areas, crucial for national biodiversity.
- Bosawas and Indio Maíz are highlighted for their significant ecological and biological relevance.
- Nature-based tourism is promoted as a fundamental economic activity that respects environmental protocols.
- The National Zoo is a heritage site for environmental education, wildlife rescue, and restoration.
- The zoo is a national center for rescuing fauna affected by mistreatment or illegal trade.
- Conservation efforts include the protection and reproduction of the endangered danto species.
- MARENA is advancing a strategic agenda integrating economic development and environmental protection, including environmental permitting and sustainable forest exports.
- The ministry processes approximately 1,000 environmental permits monthly, indicating increased economic activity engaging with environmental considerations.