Banco Popular de Costa Rica, a major financial institution in the country, used its official X account on September 22, 2025, to encourage public participation in World Car-Free Day and promote environmental awareness.
In a post published that day, Banco Popular wrote: ” ¡Feliz Día Mundial sin Carro! ¿Estás listo para hacer su parte y reducir la huella de carbono? https://t.co/3gHmSQr4xf” (September 22, 2025). The bank also highlighted the potential environmental benefits of leaving cars at home once a week. In another message, it stated: ” Sabía que #DejarElCarro un día a la semana puede reducir 15% de las emisiones de CO2 al año? ¡Es un buen comienzo para todos!” (September 22, 2025).
Banco Popular further engaged its audience by asking: “¿Qué más le gustaría hacer para ayudar al planeta? “ (September 22, 2025).
World Car-Free Day is observed annually on September 22 and encourages people around the globe to reduce car usage for one day as part of broader efforts to address climate change. According to environmental organizations and local governments, such initiatives can help lower carbon emissions and raise awareness about sustainable transportation options.
Banco Popular’s involvement aligns with an increasing trend among financial institutions in Costa Rica to support sustainability campaigns and promote eco-friendly practices within their communities.
