This form is required for the preliminary assessment of a project, with the objective of determining its environmental viability. It must be completed with the guidance of an environmental consultant registered in the SETENA Environmental Consultants Registry, ensuring compliance with regulations and guaranteeing the project's environmental feasibility.

This form replaces the former Form D2 and is intended for timber harvesting projects. It is used to assess the environmental impact of forestry activities, providing the appropriate regulatory framework for the exploitation of timber resources, ensuring compliance with current environmental legislation.

Form D5 applies to activities related to mariculture, that is, the production and exploitation of marine aquatic resources. This form assesses the environmental impacts of activities in marine or coastal water bodies, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations to minimize any negative effects on the marine ecosystem.

Form D6 is designed for projects located in urban areas or urban quadrants. It evaluates the environmental impacts of activities carried out in areas with a high concentration of infrastructure and population, with the objective of ensuring that the projects do not negatively affect the urban environment and comply with applicable environmental regulations.

The Environmental Impact Study (EIA) is a technical analysis that allows for the assessment of a project's potential effects on the environment. Conducted by specialized professionals, the EIA provides an objective evaluation of possible environmental impacts and recommends corrective measures to mitigate any negative effects, ensuring that the project complies with environmental regulations and is sustainable in the long term.

The Environmental Management Plan (PGA, in Spanish) is a key document for projects seeking to ensure environmental sustainability during their development and operation. At Geo Costa Rica, we prepare plans tailored to the specific characteristics and needs of each project, ensuring the implementation of mitigation measures, monitoring, and compliance with environmental regulations.

Our services include:

• Preparation and updating of the Environmental Management Plan (PGA).

• Identification of preventive and corrective measures.

• Establishment of environmental monitoring strategies.

• Coordination with SETENA and other authorities for plan validation.

Environmental Monitoring is a crucial part of the follow-up for approved projects. In this phase, Geo Costa Rica provides supervision and verification services to ensure that ongoing activities and works comply with established environmental regulations. This includes the periodic review of corrective measures, field data collection, and the preparation of reports for SETENA and other regulatory entities.

Our services include:

• Supervision and monitoring of approved projects.

• Verification of compliance with mitigation measures.

• Preparation of environmental monitoring reports.

• Coordination with environmental authorities to ensure compliance with established conditions.