The Foundation SOS Mata Atlntica e Heineken opened a call for proposals for the selection of demonstrative projects that collaborate with the improvement of the Pinheiros River basin and its surroundings, in the city of São Paulo.
A committee composed of representatives from Heineken, SOS Mata Atlntica, SABESP It is the Global Compact’s responsibility to select between five and ten initiatives connected to the river and aligned to one of two modalities: nature-based solutions, including local interventions that contribute to improving water quality and mobilization actions, engagement, environmental education, arts and knowledge, which expands the network of citizens who are aware of and engaged in the recovery of rivers. Those selected will be supported with amounts between 50 thousand and 100 thousand reais.
Priority will be given to projects that impact two of the Sustainable Development Goals, SDG 06: Drinking Water and Sanitation and SDG 14: Life on Water. Proposals may be proposed by Civil Society Organizations operating in the environmental, educational or social areas and micro and small companies without government ties.
The Pinheiros River, which is part of the Alto Tiet basin, has been undergoing a significant depollution process in recent years. The success of the Heineken Floating Bar, a temporary initiative also carried out in partnership with SOS Mata Atlntica, is an example of the area’s potential and the public’s interest in revitalizing the river. Located in the Bruno Covas Park region, it is part of the ‘Green Your City‘ by Heineken, launched in 2021 and which includes a series of initiatives with a focus on culture and sustainability. The aim of the bar was to invite the public to rethink the ways of occupying urban spaces that can transform society’s relationship with the city. Unfortunately the bar has come to an end.
Registrations can be made until January 31, 2024. The notice with all the information is available on the official SOS Mata Atlntica website.
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