For the Climate Smart Institute, water is the common thread of life, responsible for the connection between land and sea
Our mission is to promote water resilience and strengthen the health of aquatic ecosystems in Brazil
what we doWe do this by empowering communities, promoting education, and building collaborative partnerships that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.
about the InstituteOur value proposition
A systemic vision of water resources that considers the integration of watersheds, rivers, mangroves, coastal zones and the ocean
An entrepreneurial vision that prioritizes integrated and sustainable local development
Development of cross-sectoral collaborations for natural resource management, involving organized civil society, public authorities and private initiative
Strategic Philanthropy, applying venture capital mechanisms to enhance social and environmental impacts, focusing on strategic investments and intensive support for the beneficiary organizations
What we do
Community-based entrepreneurship projects aim to identify individuals or groups within a community outside major urban centers who seek income-generating solutions based on the maintenance and proper use of biome assets and local knowledge.
At the Climate Smart Institute, we develop community-based entrepreneurship projects starting from participant identification, business planning training, and support for market access. Among our indicators, we go beyond income generation or hectares of forest preserved; we measure the qualitative impact on the lives of local entrepreneurs and the transformative power they have within their families, communities, and surroundings.
We consider solutions that address a wide range of issues, from those directly related to water resilience to challenges like plastic pollution in rivers and oceans, as well as promoting sustainable fishing and tourism.
Develop studies, documentaries and coordinate events to raise awareness and generate knowledge on issues relevant to aquatic ecosystems.