Mar 23, 2026
Satellite monitoring drives faster response to sargassum risk in Tulum
Quintana Roo’s tourism industry has launched a large-scale coastal operation using barriers, AI collection boats, and re...
The Tulum Times Contributor
Ivana Lozano
Environment Editor
Ivana Lozano is an environmental editor and marine biologist dedicated to preserving the ecological integrity of the Mexican Caribbean. Her work focuses on the intersection of tourism and conservation, providing vital coverage of reef health, jungle biodiversity, and sustainable development practices.
Recent Work by Ivana Lozano
Feb 21, 2026
Tulum western bypass work halted after jungle clearing lacks active authorization
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Feb 15, 2026
Tulum mangrove restoration project ties ecotourism routes to conservation goals
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Feb 6, 2026
Tulum launches regulated marine bioluminescence beach experience
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Feb 2, 2026
Tulum begins early sargassum cleanup as 185 tons collected
Tulum has already collected more than 185 tons of sargassum after an unusually early arrival, prompting authorities to d...
Feb 2, 2026
Tulum begins early sargassum cleanup as 185 tons collected
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Jan 31, 2026
Sélvame MX considers new lawsuit over Tren Maya Route 5 South damage
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Jan 28, 2026
For 2026, Sargassum Will Require More Than a Wheelbarrow and a Rake
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Jan 21, 2026
Tulum reports early sargassum arrivals with over 112 tons collected
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Jan 18, 2026
Camera trap records jaguar 200 meters from Tulum ruins
A jaguar recorded near the Tulum archaeological zone highlights ongoing conservation efforts and the challenges of prote...
Jan 14, 2026
Mexico boosts sargassum response amid irregular arrivals
Quintana Roo reinforced its sargassum strategy with added funding and permanent operations as irregular arrivals reached...
Dec 29, 2025
Maya Jungle Road Closure Celebrated as Win for Aquifer Protection
The closure of a planned Maya Jungle road is being hailed as an environmental victory after experts warned it threatened...
Dec 23, 2025
Tejido Project Plans January 17 Spay and Neuter Clinic in Tulum
The Tejido Project spay and neuter clinic on January 17 aims to sterilize 55 dogs in Tulum, focusing on prevention, comm...
Dec 20, 2025
Residents allege mangrove damage linked to Pastizales project in southern Tulum
Residents in southern Tulum allege environmental damage from the Pastizales project, citing mangrove and wetland impacts...
Dec 13, 2025
Tulum conservation program surpasses 20 million sea turtle hatchlings released
Tulum marks a turning point in marine turtle conservation after a local program announced more than 20 million hatchling...
Dec 8, 2025
Daily wave of cigarette waste raises new alarms in Tulum
Cigarette butt pollution in Tulum threatens a crucial turtle nesting season as hundreds of toxic filters accumulate dail...
Nov 26, 2025
Tulum pufferfish die-off triggers investigation along the coast
Authorities are investigating a Tulum pufferfish die-off after hundreds of sharp-nose puffers washed ashore, raising que...
Nov 14, 2025
Tourists disturb resting crocodile in Tulum after mistaking it for a prop
A video of tourists provoking a crocodile in Tulum went viral after they mistook the reptile for a decoration, sparking ...
Nov 4, 2025
White Flag NOM 120 recognition highlights Tulum’s environmental progress
Tulum reaffirms its environmental leadership with new Playa Platino and NOM 120 White Flag certifications, solidifying i...
Oct 18, 2025
What happens when no one watches the nests?
Tulum’s turtle nesting season is under threat from roaming dogs and rising pollution. Conservationists urge action to pr...
Sep 30, 2025
What to know about Tulum’s hurricane season
Tulum’s hurricane season runs from June to November, peaking between August and October. Residents and visitors must sta...
Sep 26, 2025
Over 200 kilos of trash removed from Tankah turtle nesting zone
Volunteers in Tulum removed 206 kg of trash from Tankah beach, a key turtle nesting site, in a cleanup organized by the ...
Sep 22, 2025
Marine pollution cleanup in Tulum collects over 240 nurdles this summer
Programa SAK’s latest coastal cleanups in Tulum removed 243 nurdles and exposed troubling waste patterns, highligh...
Sep 20, 2025
Tropical wave brings rain to Tulum but no cyclone threat this weekend
Tulum will see rain this weekend due to a tropical wave and humidity from Central America, but Civil Protection confirms...
Sep 18, 2025
Rain Helps, But the Sargassum Keeps Coming in Riviera Maya
Sargassum returned to Tulum’s beaches after days of clarity, impacting Santa Fe and other key areas. Local crews continu...
Sep 13, 2025
Navy Truck Gets Stuck on Protected Tulum Beach During Turtle Nesting Season
A Navy truck got stuck on a protected beach in Tulum’s Jaguar National Park during sea turtle nesting season, raising co...
Sep 6, 2025
Sargassum Retreats from Tulum Beaches as Ocean Currents Shift
Sargassum levels have dropped across Tulum’s beaches thanks to shifting currents and weaker winds, offering tourists a c...
Sep 5, 2025
Navy Ships Return to Tulum to Combat Record Sargassum Surge
Navy ships are back in action off Tulum’s coast to fight sargassum at sea, as the seaweed invasion threatens beaches, to...
Sep 2, 2025
Sargassum Forum in Akumal Seeks Real Solutions for Riviera Maya
As sargassum chokes the coasts of Quintana Roo once again, Akumal hosts an international forum to explore smarter, colle...
Sep 1, 2025
Riviera Maya Records 10,000 Sea Turtle Nests Despite Growing Threats
Nearly 10,000 sea turtle nests have been recorded on Riviera Maya beaches this season, defying poachers, pets, and devel...
Aug 29, 2025
Tulum Beaches Earn White Flag Certification for Conservation Efforts
Tulum’s Santa Fe, Pescadores, and Maya beaches just earned “White Flag” conservation status, making them among the clean...
Aug 24, 2025
The Hidden Network Under Tulum That Everyone Depends On
Tulum wastewater crisis unfolds quietly as its natural growth outpaces underground infrastructure, raising key questions...
Aug 23, 2025
Sargassum Returns to the Mexican Caribbean With New Patterns That Are Hard to Ignore
Sargassum is returning to the Mexican Caribbean in 2025 with increasing frequency, but local efforts in places like Tulu...
Aug 20, 2025
Beneath the Tren Maya Tracks Lies a World on the Edge of Collapse
The cenotes of Yucatán are not just water—they are memory, myth and warning. As Tren Maya advances, what lies beneath ma...
Aug 16, 2025
A Tulum Astronomer Fights to Bring Back the Vanishing Night
Light pollution is threatening Tulum’s night sky as local advocates push for change to protect the stars, culture, and a...
Aug 12, 2025
Soliman Law Emerges as Tulum’s Shield Against Urban Ecocide
Soliman Law could be Tulum’s decisive stand against ecocide, aiming to halt illegal growth, protect reefs and mangroves,...
Jul 23, 2025
What Tourists Should Know About the Seaweed Situation in Tulum
Seaweed in Tulum is being tackled through daily beach cleanups led by local workers, the Navy, and hoteliers, keeping th...
Jul 18, 2025
Greenpeace demands government transparency in Tulum environmental controversy
Greenpeace demands transparency from Semarnat over Cemex’s quarry project in a growing Tulum environmental controversy t...
Jul 11, 2025
Fighting sargassum has become a battle where nature and human error both lose
Sargassum poses a growing threat to coastlines but human attempts to fight it often cause deeper environmental damage th...
Jul 5, 2025
New Circular Economy Park Proposed To Tackle Sargazo in Quintana Roo
New: Proposal for a Sargazo circular economy park in Quintana Roo. Learn how it aims to solve the algae issue. ...
Jul 5, 2025
Turtles Nesting Season Tulum: Protecting Nests Amidst Rising Concerns
Tulum’s turtle nesting season: Efforts are underway to protect sea turtle nests with reinforced corrals. Learn more! ...
Jun 28, 2025
Preparing for Tropical Cyclones Is Nonnegotiable in Tulum
Tropical cyclone season in Tulum demands vigilance—from understanding storm history and stats to knowing emergency conta...
Jun 28, 2025
Jaguar conservation in Nayarit sparks connections with Tulum’s biodiversity challenges
Jaguar conservation efforts in Nayarit rooted in community and science now influence regions like Tulum where biodiversi...
Jun 23, 2025
Sea Turtle Nesting in Tulum: Protecting a Precious Ritual Under Threat
Tulum’s beaches come alive with sea turtle nesting. Discover why this sacred cycle matters and how you can help protect ...
Jun 22, 2025
SEMARNAT Denies Permit to CAPA, Halting Tulum Water Project
SEMARNAT denies CAPA permit for Tulum’s Jaguar Park. Find out why the project for 24 wells was blocked and its imp...
Jun 19, 2025
Hurricane Season 2025: Everything You Need to Know
Prepare for Hurricane Season 2025 in Tulum with expert insights, storm history, safety tips, emergency contacts, and eve...
Jun 18, 2025
Tulum Sargassum Cleanup: State Launches Beach Cleaning Drive
Discover how Tulum sargassum cleanup, part of a state-led campaign, is restoring beaches, protecting marine ecosystems, ...
Jun 16, 2025
Tulum launches massive coastal effort to protect nesting sea turtles
Tulum’s sea turtle nesting season drives a major conservation campaign involving locals, hotels, and officials protectin...
Jun 16, 2025
Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day with Community Conservation in Akumal
Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day as Eco‑Bahía engages kids in Akumal and Chemuyil with hands‑on turtle conservation, from ...
Jun 14, 2025
Seaweed crisis escalates along Mexico’s prized shoreline
Sargassum floods Mexico’s Caribbean beaches, disrupting tourism and ecosystems. Experts warn 2025 may surpass past recor...
Jun 14, 2025
Tulum Sargassum Beach Cleanup
Join Tulum Sargassum Beach Cleanup on June 15 to protect marine life and preserve pristine shores. Sign up now for glove...
Jun 13, 2025
CONANP empowers Tulum communities to protect the jungle with smart technology
CONANP trained local groups in Tulum to use SMART Mobile, enabling community-led monitoring and protection of biodiversi...
Jun 12, 2025
Yucatan Hurricane Alerts 2025: Understand the 5 Warning Levels
Stay safe with our guide to Yucatan hurricane alerts 2025. Learn the 5 color-coded warning levels, what each means, and ...
Jun 10, 2025
Unprecedented Sargassum Surge Hits Quintana Roo
From Cancún to Tulum, beaches face an unprecedented sargassum influx. Scientists point to changing currents, warmer wate...
Jun 9, 2025
Sea turtle nesting in Tulum stirs hearts and science
Sea turtle nesting in Tulum stirs hearts and science in 2025, blending Mayan legacy, ecology, and community-led conserva...
Jun 7, 2025
World Oceans Day ignites climate action in Tulum
On World Oceans Day, Tulum hosts a powerful event blending art, healing, and sustainability to inspire action for the cl...
Jun 6, 2025
Tulum Joins Beach Conservation Efforts
Tulum authorities, joined by federal agencies and volunteers, initiated a beach and coastal conservation campaign emphas...
Jun 4, 2025
Unprecedented Sargassum Belt Threatens Mexican Caribbean
A massive belt of seaweed is sweeping across the Atlantic, poised for an unprecedented influx into the Mexican Caribbean...
Jun 4, 2025
Saharan dust over Tulum: is it dangerous?
Saharan dust arrives in Tulum and the Riviera Maya, bringing hazy skies and golden sunsets while raising questions about...
May 31, 2025
Reactivated Sargassum Arrival Strikes Quintana Roo Beaches
Seasonal sargassum influx has resumed on Quintana Roo’s beaches, challenging tour operators and municipalities to ramp u...
May 27, 2025
Stewarding Coastal Wonders Through Measured Growth
A pivotal study is underway to assess the carrying capacity of coastal areas, aimed at ensuring sustainable development ...
May 20, 2025
Riviera Maya Battles Record-Breaking Sargassum Invasion in 2025
Sargassum in the Riviera Maya has reached historic levels in 2025, threatening tourism, marine ecosystems, and public he...
May 20, 2025
Call to Expand Marine Turtle Sanctuary Gains Momentum in Coastal Mexico
Environmentalists renew calls to expand the marine turtle sanctuary in Xcacel-Xcacelito, Mexico, advocating for broader ...
May 19, 2025
Quintana Roo Battles 25,000-Ton Sargassum Crisis by 2025
Quintana Roo faces a growing sargassum crisis with 15 beaches impacted and projections warning of 25,000 tons by 2025. A...
May 18, 2025
Wildfires Scorch 3,000 Acres in Quintana Roo During Critical Fire Season
Fires have consumed over 3,000 hectares across Quintana Roo, spurring authorities to implement emergency measures. Conce...
May 18, 2025
A jaguar enters the cenote, and the forest holds its breath
A jaguar enters a cenote in Yucatán, captured on camera in a region where locals protect wildlife. A powerful example of...
May 8, 2025
Upgrades to Tulum’s Coastal Corridor Aim to Improve Mobility
Tulum is moving forward with the rehabilitation of its coastal corridor, a key project to improve mobility, road safety,...
Apr 27, 2025
Can Riviera Maya turn the 2025 sargassum crisis into opportunity?
In 2025, Riviera Maya communities face another sargassum season with new strategies, innovations, and a spirit of resili...
Apr 24, 2025
Quintana Roo Preps for Massive Sargassum Arrival
Quintana Roo officials announce new strategies to manage an anticipated massive sargassum influx, focusing on environmen...
Apr 24, 2025
Turtles Return to Tulum Shores as Nesting Season Begins
Tulum prepares for the annual sea turtle nesting season, implementing conservation measures to safeguard these endangere...
Apr 18, 2025
Mexican Caribbean Launches Major Sargassum Cleanup Initiative
The Mexican government has initiated a large-scale operation to combat sargassum influxes along the Caribbean coast, dep...
Apr 18, 2025
Tren Maya Expansion Risks Repeat Environmental Harm in New Zone
Concerns rise over potential ecological damage in a proposed Yucatán corridor as the Tren Maya project advances, echoing...
Apr 12, 2025
SEMAR’s Delay in Sargassum Barriers Sparks Tulum Concerns
SEMAR’s delayed installation of sargassum barriers has sparked concerns over persistent beach pollution in Tulum, ...
Apr 10, 2025
Devastating Blaze Engulfs Sian Ka’an Reserve in Quintana Roo
A wildfire has consumed over 12 hectares of the Sian Ka’an Reserve in Quintana Roo, prompting urgent response effo...
Apr 10, 2025
Tulum Upgrades Coastal Cleanup with Advanced Sargassum Equipment
Tulum’s ZOFEMAT authority has acquired new equipment to enhance coastal surveillance and streamline sargassum clea...
Apr 7, 2025
Local Initiative Greenly Transforms Tulum’s Landscape
Residents and organizations collaborate on a sweeping reforestation effort to combat deforestation, aiming to plant 50,0...
Apr 5, 2025
Sea Turtle Camp Volunteering 2025, Protecting Life at the Edge of the Caribbean
Join the 2025 Sea Turtle Volunteering Program in Tulum to help protect nesting turtles and hatchlings. Live in conservat...
Mar 12, 2025
Guarding the Maya Zone’s Ecological Treasure
Legislators advocate for stringent environmental safeguards to protect the Maya Zone’s ecosystems amid regional de...
Mar 6, 2025
Tulum Grapples with Surging Sargassum on Pristine Shores
Tulum’s coastal areas face a significant influx of sargassum, prompting collaborative efforts to address environme...