Sargassum Arrivals on Quintana Roo Beaches Expected to Decline in September
Sargassum arrivals are expected to decline in September along Quintana Roo's beaches, with only minimal landings forecast for October.
Environment
Tulum Plastic-to-Fuel Startup Wins Startup World Cup Regional Semifinal
A Tulum startup turning plastic waste into fuel won the Startup World Cup regional semifinal and advances to the national…
Puerto Aventuras Sargassum Barrier Finally Heads to Mexico After Months of Delays
A community-funded sargassum barrier intended to protect Fátima Bay and two marina entrances has finally left for Mexico, more than…
Mexico’s Defense Ministry Built National Guard Housing in Chetumal Without Environmental Permit
Mexico's Defense Ministry built a National Guard housing complex in Chetumal without obtaining the required environmental clearance, federal records show.
Environmental Lawyer Says New Law Lacks Oversight for Municipal Construction Permits
An environmental lawyer says Mexico's new ecological law doesn't guarantee real oversight of municipal construction permits and urban density changes.
Work Begins on Rehabilitation of Punta Esmeralda Beach Access in Playa del Carmen
Playa del Carmen launched a nearly 23 million peso project to rehabilitate the access road and facilities at Punta Esmeralda…
Mexico Rejects Environmental Permit for Bacalar Lagoon Hotel
Mexico's environmental authority denied the permit for the Hacienda San Agustín hotel, blocking construction on Bacalar's waterfront.
18th Cozumel Bird Festival Set for October 7-11, 2026
The 18th Cozumel Bird Festival runs Oct. 7-11, 2026, featuring birdwatching tours, workshops, conferences, and conservation activities.
Bacalar Near Full Hotel Occupancy as Tourists Avoid Sargasso
Tourism in Bacalar ended summer at 95-100% occupancy as travelers swapped sargasso-hit northern beaches for the Lagoon of Seven Colors.
Mexico’s Profepa Launches “Monkeys Are Not Pets” Campaign
Profepa's “Monkeys Are Not Pets” campaign targets illegal primate trade following spider monkey seizures in Yucatan.