Solar panels, wastewater system and rain catch system substantially reduces the use of diesel fuel and provide alternative sources of energy at this resort in Panama

While renewable energy makes economic sense, the upfront cost can be challenging for many countries with limited resources. However, investments in renewable energy will pay off in the long run as the reduction of pollution and climate impacts alone could save the world up to USD 4.2 trillion per year by 2030. Moreover, efficient, reliable renewable technologies coming from energy sources available in all countries can contribute to a system less prone to market shocks while improving resilience and energy security by diversifying power supply options. On the dreamy island community of Bocas Del Toro in Panama, the hotel resort Red Frog Beach Island Resort is contributing to the advancement of renewable energies through their installed solar panels, wastewater system and rain catch system. The resort has one of the largest solar power plants of any island resort in the world. Their wastewater treatment plant, called a sequence batch reactor, centrally processes all of the wastewater with five levels of treatment. Moreover, their hybrid water system includes rainwater collected from multiple linked locations. Moreover, guests are educated on the conservation and reforesting of cattle lands and protected zones. The resort also provides power and water to local indigenous communities in the area.