Boca de Iguanas is a ecologically progressive community which prides itself on responsible development. Careful consultation with biologists, ecologists and local area experts during the planning and construction phases combined with the use of “green” technologies allow the natural surroundings to remain largely untouched. Below are a few of our plans:

1. 1% of revenue generated will be sent to an ecological fund, which will be used for the onsite and local conservation efforts as well as environmental education.

   1. 1% of sales applies to current and future revenues from:

    
     i.      Sale of real estate (condos and homes), new and future re-sales.
   ii.      Hotel room rental revenue
   iii.      House rental revenue
   iv.      Food and Beverage revenue
    
2. The Boca de Iguanas area will be considered an animal sanctuary. Security and hotel staff will enforce the rules

   1. Animals to be protected include but are not limited to… Iguanas, Birds, Crocodiles, local mammals etc.
3. Habitat for local animals is being created to encourage biodiversity.

   1. Local plants have being planted to encourage migratory and local bird species nesting and return.
   2. Each house includes “cave” areas to sustain bat populations, which aid in reduction of insects such as mosquitoes, flies and gnats.
4. A seasonal sea turtle nursery will be set up seasonally to patrol the beach from Boca de Iguanas to La ManzanillaOnsite biologists will patrol the beaches and relocate nests laid by female turtles to ensure they are not eaten by predators of the four legged or human kind. Once nests are reburied within the safe guard of the Boca de Iguanas property, guests can become involved in the release of newborns as they hatch, and learn first-hand the incredible cycle of life.

   1. BDI will purchase an ATV for usage at the camp and furnish materials for a small turtle camp.
   2. Volunteers and visitors are encouraged to help with the camp.
   3. We are looking for partners, both financial and work related in this camp (universities, conservation groups, local residence and visitors etc)
5. BDI will create bilingual ecological education signage to be posted around the bay informing people of the importance of the mangroves, the local ecosystem and the penalties associated with destroying the ecology.
6. BDI will work with conservation organizations to create children’s educative pamphlets to teach the local children the importance of not damaging the environment.
7. The development will maintain on staff a certified biologist to manage conservation efforts and oversee overall health of mangrove, and make suggestions to protect and ensure the survival of the mangrove.
8. The mangrove will be tested through out the year to monitor its’ health.
9. The mangrove will be cleaned of trash, and items that might obstruct the flow of water to the ocean in rainy season

   1. The mouth of the mangrove will be opened to the sea during rainy season. 
10. The beach area will be cleaned daily; Cars are no longer allowed on the beach (except for emergency issues) to avoid sand compacting at the river mouth. Auto traffic can compact the sand, making it difficult for the mangrove to open naturally.
11. Approximately 100 meters of mangrove will be planted onsite at BDI
12. All sewage created at the project will be treated by a certified biological sewage plant with the cleaned water used for irrigation. A fully contained simple to operate, cost effective and aesthetically pleasant Natural Waste Water Treatment System to clean wastewater to reuse standards without posing undue harm on the surrounding environment. More info... 
13. Grey water recycling to encourage less waste and more reuse of the precious resource. Using “green cleaners” – biodegradable detergents, shampoos and soaps – will mean that runoff from showers, dish washing and even pools can be utilized to water the gardens.
14. Rain water collection systems are also being designed to help out irrigation water usage during dry months.
15. BDI will establish a community recycle program for plastics, glass. An onsite compost of organic materials will supply the nitrogen-rich top soil to feed and enrich the garden year-round and also limit waste going into local landfill sites.
16. All houses and the hotel at BDI will include solar energy arrays to supplement existing power grid structures and lessen the impact on the surrounding environment with a clean, natural energy source. Using the sun’s rays to provide electricity and hot water will lower the electrical bill, but will also mean Boca de Iguanas will rely upon using less of another limited resource: natural gas.
17. All houses are designed to Bio-Climatic design… allowing maximized air flow, keeping the houses cool & reducing the need for Air Conditioning.
18. The master plan has been designed to maximize airflow through the property.
19. Master plan has large green areas to promote local animal life, including large areas that will be keep in their natural state.
20. Chlorine use in the swimming pool will be limited as newer eco-technologies, such as ozone and salt based systems will be used to keep the pools clean.