Green Cubes sponsorship

The world's first sponsor

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Thank you for checking in with us. Your visit directly contributes to our commitment to protect and preserve our oceans.

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Just as the lighthouse has been a beacon for seafarers for over a century, we want to be a beacon for climate action, by raising awareness and taking concrete steps towards a more sustainable future.

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We are therefore proud to have become the world's first sponsor of Green Cubes in 2024. A pioneering greentech initiative from Hexagon subsidiary R-Evolution. The project uses digital scanning to support sustainable forestry in Costa Rica. The aim is to preserve rainforests, enhance biodiversity and mitigate climate change.

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Why rainforest, and what does it have to do with the ocean?

Forests play a crucial role in the health of the ocean. When rainforests are cut down, large amounts of carbon dioxide are released, leading to increased ocean acidification as pH levels change to dangerous levels for marine species.

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During the time of the lighthouse families on the island, shellfish such as crabs, crayfish and lobsters were an important part of the families' food supply, and today these delicacies are still at the center of our cuisine. Today, these species are threatened and without action, increased acidity is affecting marine life, including preventing our lobsters from forming their shells.

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A concrete contribution - for every cubic meter

For every cubic meter of living space at Pater Noster, we invest in an equivalent amount of rainforest. This means that every guest staying here is helping to support local forest owners in Costa Rica in their efforts to implement sustainable practices and strengthen the ecosystem.

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At the same time, Green Cubes generate valuable data that scientists can use to understand and combat climate change - based on a carefully developed methodology.

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For those who want to know more:

• Pater Noster Case Study (PDF)
• About Green Cubes
• Film about our sponsorship