Vertical Farming – Agriculture of the Future
Before It's News | 07/12-15 10:46
The vertical farm, the only one of its kind in Latin America, is an example of controlled-environment agriculture, a technology-based approach toward food production which often uses hydroponic methods. This kind of farming helps combat the effects of climate change on agriculture.
Panama: Hub for Maritime Trade & Intellectual Property
Storify | 07/12-15 04:56
The Judiciary of the Republic of Panama and the International Trademark Association (INTA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that sets forth a foundation for future cooperation between the two groups, and recognizes both the need for robust intellectual property (IP) systems in a rapidly changing and increasingly integrated global economy as well as the central role of Panama in international maritime trade.
Panama: Growth in electricity generation and trade [free access]
Global Transmission | 08/12-15 08:55
Panama's electricity generation has grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 4.7 per cent since 2005. However, long dry periods without rains have often led to increase in imports of electricity.
Panama is part of the Central American Regional Energy Market which connects seven Central American countries through the Sistema de Interconexión Eléctrica de los Países de América Central (SIEPAC) interconnection.