TSC is a non-governmental scientific and environmental organization, the first of such in Costa Rica. Ever since its founding in 1962, and through the work of noted scientists and professionals, TSC has become one of the most outstanding and influential institutions in Latin America in terms of science and conservation.

Mission

TSC's mission is the acquisition and application of knowledge pertaining to man's lasting relationship to the biological and physical resources of the tropics.

This philosophy is implemented through scientific research, direct action at a community level, management of protected areas, education, and consulting services. The autonomy of the organization ensures that goals are achieved without political, social, ideological or religious prejudice

Goal

To be recognized as an international leadership organization in the management and co-management of public and private nature reserves, and in the creation of solutions to environmental problems in tropical zones.

Tropical Science Center
Phone: (506) 2253-3267 / 2253-3308
Fax: (506) 2253-4963
E-mail: cct@cct.or.cr
Website: www.cct.or.cr
P.O. Box: 8-3870-1000 San José, Costa Rica
Address: De la Bomba El Higuerón 100 m al Sur y 125 al Este, Barrio La Granja, San Pedro, San José, Costa Rica.

Attention Schedule: of 8 a.m. to 12 m.d. / 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.