Casa do Remo — Barra de Guaratiba, Rio de Janeiro

Route, Casa do Remo and the Guaratiba Biological Reserve (RBG/INEA) joined forces for a dedicated mangrove cleanup in Guaratiba — one of Rio's most important ecological areas. Casa do Remo, a long-term partner in mangrove protection, supported the activation, reinforcing the role of community and sport in environmental stewardship.

Results

  • 1,183 items collected
  • 46.6 kg of waste removed
  • 7 volunteers
  • Key materials: PET bottles, hard plastics, plastic caps, packaging, Styrofoam, ropes and glass containers.

Beyond waste removal, the action strengthened collaboration between civil society, environmental authorities, and local community actors — proving that protecting mangroves is a collective responsibility and a continuous mission.

Waste breakdown (gravimetric analysis): the largest contributors by weight were hard plastics (24.98 kg), PET bottles (5.92 kg) and mixed waste (5.73 kg); by count, hard plastics (460), plastic caps (366) and PET bottles (140) led. Total: 1,183 items / 46.605 kg.

Partners: Route, Casa do Remo, Guaratiba Biological Reserve (RBG/INEA).