# Latin American academic sustainability and research efforts > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/latin-american-academic-sustainability-and-research-efforts > Updated: 2026-09-26T20:41:09.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Academic institutions in Latin America and the Caribbean are conducting various initiatives focused on sustainability, research, and innovation. In Costa Rica and Argentina, universities have launched waste collection campaigns. The University of Costa Rica is organizing drives in Grecia and San Ramón to manage materials such as paper, glass, metals, and electronic devices. Similarly, the National University of San Juan in Argentina is hosting an electronic waste collection event in San Juan to process items like audio equipment and computers at an environmental technology park. Concurrently, regional academic events are promoting knowledge transfer and scientific engagement. The Universidad Técnica Nacional is participating in a virtual regional encounter to strengthen academic capacities in Central America and the Caribbean, focusing on topics like student entrepreneurship and food innovation. In Mexico, the Universidad Autónoma de Tamaulipas hosted a research day featuring workshops on aquaculture, electronics, and agricultural issues. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-26: Academic institutions host regional innovation and research events Academic institutions in Costa Rica and Mexico are hosting events to promote scientific research, innovation, and student entrepreneurship through regional encounters and research days. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/academic-institutions-host-regional-innovation-and-research-events ### 2026-09-22: Universities in Costa Rica and Argentina launch waste collection campaigns Universities in Costa Rica and Argentina are organizing waste collection campaigns to manage electronic and household refuse, including computers and appliances, to promote regional sustainability. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universities-in-costa-rica-and-argentina-launch-waste-collection-campaigns --- Cite as: Latin American academic sustainability and research efforts. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/latin-american-academic-sustainability-and-research-efforts