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New bioremediation facility to treat cigarette waste from Tulum and Cancún
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The Tulum Times Contributor
Andrés Navarro
Science Correspondent
Andrés Navarro is an environmental scientist with a profound passion for the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef. His reporting combines rigorous scientific analysis with frontline journalism, covering everything from coral restoration projects to the seasonal dynamics of sargassum, making him a critical voice for conservation in Tulum.
Recent Work by Andrés Navarro
Feb 16, 2026
Will Tren Maya’s trips between Cancún and Tulum be affected by the court order?
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Feb 9, 2026
Cold front weather shift coincides with cleaner shoreline conditions in Tulum
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Jan 21, 2026
Damaged Tren Maya columns remain unrepaired on Section 5 South
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Jan 20, 2026
Early sargassum arrival in Tulum pressures push for environmental trust
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Jan 18, 2026
Is the early sargassum on Tulum beaches temporary or lasting?
Early sargassum 2026 has been detected off Quintana Roo, raising questions about whether the algae seen on beaches in Ja...
Jan 17, 2026
Dramatic Shark-Ray Encounter Near Tulum Beach Caught on Camera
A viral video from Playa Santa Fe shows a shark attacking a ray near the shore in Tulum, raising questions about shark p...
Dec 10, 2025
Quiet turtle sanctuary at Xcacel Beach contrasts with booming Tulum
Xcacel Beach offers a protected sanctuary near Tulum where sea turtles nest and conservation shapes every visitor experi...
Dec 9, 2025
Tulum faces urgent warning as cigarette waste overwhelms nesting beaches
Cigarette butt pollution on Tulum’s beaches is rising during turtle nesting season, with officials warning the daily acc...
Oct 25, 2025
Aktun Chen in Tulum receives green light from Semarnat
Semarnat authorized the Aktun Chen ecotourism park in Tulum after previous Profepa sanctions, granting 18 months for reg...
Oct 24, 2025
Local Hero Helps Baby Sea Turtles Reach the Ocean in Tulum
A Tulum visitor used a rake to protect endangered sea turtles from hungry birds, highlighting local efforts to safeguard...
Oct 1, 2025
Mosquitoes surge in Tulum amid rainy season conditions
Tulum is facing a surge in mosquitoes this September, fueled by rain, humidity, and urban growth. Locals and tourists ar...
Sep 24, 2025
Portuguese man-of-war in Tulum beaches sparks safety warnings
Portuguese man-of-war have been reported on Tulum beaches, raising safety alerts for tourists and residents in Quintana ...
Sep 15, 2025
They Were Born to Find the Sea, will You Let Them?
Sea turtle hatchlings emerged at Playa 72 in Playa del Carmen, marking the peak of nesting season in the Riviera Maya. L...
Sep 15, 2025
Ghosts in the Sand: The Plastic Waste Tourism Won’t Ignore
Despite a plastic ban, Quintana Roo beaches still suffer. Volunteers removed over 9,000 kilos of trash as pollution thre...
Sep 13, 2025
Sargassum Control Gets Smarter at International Forum in Akumal
Akumal hosted the first international forum on sargassum barriers, placing Mexico at the forefront of smart, science-bas...
Sep 8, 2025
Tulum Beaches See Major Decline in Sargassum This Fall
Tulum’s beaches are enjoying a rare break from sargassum as shifting currents push the algae elsewhere along the Riviera...
Sep 3, 2025
Navy Vessels Return to Tulum to Combat Sargassum Surge
Tulum deploys Navy vessels and a new floating dock to fight sargassum as part of renewed efforts to protect tourism and ...
Sep 2, 2025
Tulum’s sands show uneven recovery from record sargassum season
Sargassum still affects Tulum beaches in September 2025, with clean stretches beside heavily impacted zones, as the Rivi...
Aug 15, 2025
The Secret Life of Seaweed and the Tourists Who Never See It
Tulum beaches face daily sargassum invasions as local crews fight to earn White Flag certification and keep the shorelin...
Aug 7, 2025
A Megalodon Tooth Was Found in a Cenote and It’s Changing Prehistoric History
A megalodon tooth discovered in a Mexican cenote reveals new evidence of prehistoric sharks in Quintana Roo, offering in...
Aug 1, 2025
This Boa Constrictor Took a Wrong Turn and Ended Up in a Tulum Backyard
A boa constrictor surprised residents in a quiet Tulum neighborhood, revealing how close wildlife truly lives. Tulum sna...
Jul 28, 2025
150 volunteers protect Tulum sea turtle nesting from tourist impact
150 volunteers are working day and night to protect Tulum sea turtle nesting from rising threats, preserving one of the ...
Jul 25, 2025
Environmental impact of construction waste in Tulum is growing fast
Construction waste in Tulum is spilling into the jungle as rapid development outpaces environmental safeguards, raising ...
Jul 21, 2025
Tulum removes over 52000 tons of sargassum from beaches in massive 2025 cleanup
Over 52000 tons of sargassum have been removed from Tulum and Quintana Roo beaches in 2025, highlighting the urgent resp...
Jul 17, 2025
The SAK Program mobilizes volunteers in Tulum to fight plastic pollution and restore the sea
Tulum’s SAK Program leads beach cleanups and marine conservation efforts to fight plastic pollution, uniting locals and ...
Jul 15, 2025
Tulum beaches see over 650 sea turtle nests as conservation teams work through the night
Tulum beaches host more than 650 sea turtle nests this season as night patrols protect the eggs from threats like sargas...
Jul 13, 2025
A Wild Encounter at the Edge of Civilization
A jaguar sighting in the Riviera Maya reveals how habitat loss and deforestation in Mexico are forcing endangered specie...
Jul 9, 2025
Sargassum invasion puts endangered loggerhead turtles at greater risk
Sargassum is threatening loggerhead sea turtles on Tulum’s beaches as experts urge the public to avoid contact and suppo...
Jul 8, 2025
Activists confront SEMARNAT over Maya Jungle deforestation crisis
Greenpeace dumped quarry stone at SEMARNAT in Cancún to protest new permits, warning that Maya Jungle deforestation unch...
Jul 7, 2025
Sargassum in Mexico: Battling an Unwelcome Tide on the Caribbean Coast
Sargassum in México has become a yearly crisis, disrupting tourism, harming marine life, and forcing communities to figh...
Jul 4, 2025
Sargazo Tulum 2025: Massive Increase Doubles Beach Cleanup Efforts
Sargazo Tulum 2025: Macroalgae doubled its arrival during the first half of 2025. Over 2,000 tons collected. Find out mo...
Jun 28, 2025
Beaches Free of Sargassum Show Akumal’s Effective Seaweed Strategy
Beaches free of sargassum in Akumal are the result of strong local coordination and early cleanup efforts that keep the ...
Jun 21, 2025
Why Sargassum in Cancun 2025 is worse than ever before
Record levels of sargassum are flooding Cancun’s coastlines in 2025, impacting ecosystems, local economies, and the trav...
Jun 21, 2025
The origin of sargassum seaweed and how it’s reshaping Caribbean shores
Explore the origin of sargassum seaweed, its Atlantic roots, human-driven growth, and how ocean currents bring it to the...
Jun 21, 2025
Festival musical Tulum Quintana Roo to Promote Environmental Awareness
Festival musical Tulum Quintana Roo: Experience culture, art, and ecological awareness on June 21st at the Museo Regiona...
Jun 20, 2025
AJEMEX Leads Major Effort to Save Mexico Coral Reefs in Tulum
AJEMEX and Big Cola teamed with Tulum NGOs for cleanups, recycling campaigns, and turtle protection efforts to safeguard...
Jun 20, 2025
Protect Sea Turtles in Tulum: Urgent Call Demands Your Action
Join the urgent call to protect sea turtles in Tulum. Discover how communities and tourists can act now to safeguard the...
Jun 19, 2025
Tulum Sargassum Barriers: 2.5km of Navy-Backed Cleanup Kicks Off
Discover how 2.5km of Navy-backed Tulum Sargassum Barriers are set to protect beaches and boost coastal tourism. Learn a...
Jun 18, 2025
Ghosts of the Jungle
The truth about jaguars in the Parque del Jaguar in Tulum — are they still wild in the region or only symbolic? Explore ...
Jun 17, 2025
Tulum Sargassum Cleanup Volunteers Remove Tons of Seaweed
Join the Tulum sargassum cleanup as volunteers remove tons of seaweed, restoring pristine beaches and protecting marine ...
Jun 16, 2025
Sargassum in Quintana Roo: 37K Tons Threaten Tourism & Beaches
Discover how over 37,000 tons of sargassum in Quintana Roo are endangering beaches, tourism, and marine life, and what a...
Jun 13, 2025
Inside Tulum’s War Against Record Sargassum Invasion
Zofemat Tulum crews battle record Sargassum in Tulum, hauling 300–440 tons of seaweed monthly. With peak season stretchi...
Jun 10, 2025
Honey Production Soars for Tulum Beekeepers
Beekeepers in Quintana Roo report a significant uptick in honey production this year, crediting favorable weather and im...
Jun 8, 2025
Sargassum in Mexico 2025: Beaches Braced for Record Seaweed
Sargassum in Mexico 2025 brings record seaweed to Caribbean shores, threatening tourism, marine life, and health, while ...
Jun 5, 2025
Quintana Roo’s Sargassum Control Breakthrough
Quintana Roo authorities report major strides in controlling and collecting sargassum, protecting coastal environments a...
Jun 5, 2025
Sargassum Surge Threatens Caribbean Shores as 2025 Bloom Outpaces Historic Highs
A massive sargassum bloom threatens the Mexican Caribbean in 2025, surpassing 2018 levels. Experts warn of long-term eco...
Jun 5, 2025
Tulum Gears Up for Hurricane Season 2025
Local officials have formed a specialized committee, strengthened infrastructure, and launched training initiatives to b...
Jun 5, 2025
Court Blocks Tulum Coastal Development
A historic federal injunction halts a disputed coastal project in Tulum, spotlighting the clash between developers and e...
Jun 4, 2025
Tropical Wave Unleashes Storms in Tulum
A tropical wave has unleashed heavy rains and storms in Tulum, triggering floods, power outages, and transportation dela...
Jun 3, 2025
Turning Seaweed into Opportunity in the Riviera Maya
How the Riviera Maya is transforming seaweed into sustainable products, green jobs, and economic opportunity across Mexi...
May 22, 2025
Atlantic’s Sargassum frontline faces record 40 million ton surge
The Atlantic sargassum belt has hit a new record, surging to 40 million tons, overwhelming coastal ecosystems and prompt...
May 20, 2025
Urgent Calls for Enhanced Sea Turtle Conservation in Tulum
A local environmental group advocates for stricter measures to protect endangered sea turtles, emphasizing coastal conse...
May 16, 2025
Tulum Shines in Global City Nature Challenge with Over 360 Species Recorded
Tulum recorded 783 observations and 364 species in the 2025 City Nature Challenge, led by Eco-Bahia Foundation, uniting ...
May 16, 2025
Sargassum Crisis: Expert Explains Caribbean’s Rotten Egg Smell
A surge of sargassum in the Mexican Caribbean releases a pungent rotten egg odor as it decomposes. An expert explains th...
May 1, 2025
Cemex Quarry Sparks Tulum Environmental Debate
A controversial stone quarry in Tulum faces scrutiny as activists and residents challenge its environmental impact, citi...
Apr 25, 2025
Tulum Removes 4,000 Tons of Sargassum in Coastal Cleanup Effort
Tulum authorities report the successful removal of nearly 4,000 tons of sargassum through coordinated coastal cleanup in...
Apr 25, 2025
Tulum Stepping Up Sea Turtle Nesting Conservation
Tulum implements new measures to safeguard sea turtle nesting sites, ensuring protection through community and environme...
Apr 24, 2025
Crocodile Sighting Mobilizes Rescue Crews in Tulum
A crocodile spotted in Tulum’s Zona Hotelera prompts immediate response from authorities and emphasizes the need f...
Apr 23, 2025
Tulum’s Coastal Rebirth: Reforestation Efforts Transform Punta Piedra Beach
Community-led reforestation project revitalizes Punta Piedra Beach in Tulum, restoring coastal ecosystems and promoting ...
Apr 19, 2025
Residents Challenge Unauthorized Road Development in Tulum
Residents file legal complaint against unauthorized road construction in Tulum, citing environmental and regulatory viol...
Apr 11, 2025
Devastating Fire Engulfs Tulum’s Sian Ka’an, Sparks Emergency Response
A major fire in Tulum has led to evacuation orders and emergency responses, with authorities working to contain the flam...
Apr 11, 2025
Mexico Navy Deploys Anti-Sargassum Barriers in Tulum Coast
The Mexican Navy is preparing to install anti-sargassum barriers along Tulum’s coast to combat the invasive seawee...
Mar 28, 2025
Sargassum Surge Swamps Tulum Beaches This Season
ZOFEMAT reports a 30-35% rise in sargassum along Tulum shores compared to last year, prompting urgent environmental and ...
Mar 26, 2025
Worst Sargassum Crisis Engulfs Riviera Maya in Three Years
Tulum, Cozumel, and Cancun are grappling with the highest recorded sargassum accumulations in three years, disrupting co...
Mar 25, 2025
Sargassum Crisis Threatens Coastal Ecosystems and Public Health
A new report highlights how sargassum influxes are degrading marine ecosystems and posing health risks to communities in...
Mar 16, 2025
Sargassum Crisis Engulfs 450+ Kilometers of Cancun Coastline
Over 450 kilometers of Cancun’s coastline are overwhelmed by sargassum, impacting communities and ecosystems. Read...
Mar 13, 2025
Sargassum Seaweed in Tulum and the Riviera Maya: What to Expect in 2025
Sargassum remains a challenge for Tulum in 2025, with predictions of significant arrivals. Learn about its impact, manag...
Mar 13, 2025
Innovating Sustainability in Tulum’s Green Solutions Hub
Tulum’s Bioferia showcases innovative sustainable solutions addressing environmental challenges, featuring eco-conscious...
Mar 13, 2025
Foreign Residents Embrace Jaguar Park’s Free Access in Tulum
Foreign residents in Tulum benefit from free Jaguar Park access, fostering community engagement and environmental stewar...
Mar 5, 2025
Tulum’s Bioferia Returns with Eco-Innovations and Community Action
Third annual sustainability fair Bioferia Tulum spotlights eco-conscious vendors, workshops, and initiatives aimed at fo...