Sede do Planta na Rua RJ

Planta na Rua RJ is a collective dedicated to promoting urban agroecology and permaculture through sustainable landscaping and social action. We specialize in creating and maintaining gardens, vegetable patches, and green spaces in urban areas, offering professional services such as planting, fertilizing, pruning, landscaping, and composting system installation. Our team is composed of skilled professionals committed to providing high-quality services, always grounded in ecological principles. Additionally, we offer educational opportunities, including private gardening lessons and community workshops, to empower individuals and communities with the tools to cultivate sustainable urban environments.

Social responsibility lies at the heart of our mission. Beyond professional services, we engage in voluntary gardening projects in underserved communities and suburban areas of Rio de Janeiro. Through collective workdays (“mutirões”), we aim to revitalize neglected spaces, encourage community participation, and spread environmental education. Our efforts extend to urban reforestation, waste management, and the removal of debris and pollutants from public areas, all contributing to a healthier and greener urban landscape. These initiatives align with our broader goal of mitigating climate change and promoting environmental stewardship at the local and global levels.

Planta na Rua RJ operates as a cooperative with a horizontal organizational structure, emphasizing mutual support and shared decision-making. This model reflects our belief in equitable collaboration and the empowerment of all members. We also prioritize cultural and educational outreach, organizing activities such as film screenings and hands-on gardening workshops to inspire individuals to embrace sustainable practices. By transforming unused urban spaces into thriving green areas, we envision a future where cities are vibrant ecosystems that foster food sovereignty, environmental preservation, and social well-being. Join us in making this vision a reality—plant with us and be part of the change!

At Planta na Rua RJ, our dream is to transform cities into thriving green ecosystems where urban landscapes coexist harmoniously with nature. We envision a world where abandoned lots, vacant spaces, and neglected areas are revitalized into flourishing gardens, community food forests, and spaces for biodiversity. Our goal is to empower individuals and communities to reclaim these spaces, fostering food sovereignty, environmental preservation, and a deeper connection with the natural world. Through our work, we hope to inspire a cultural shift toward sustainable urban living, where agroecology and permaculture become accessible practices for everyone.

We are driven by the belief that collective action can create meaningful change. Our goals extend beyond beautifying urban spaces; we aim to combat climate change through urban reforestation, reduce waste through composting systems, and promote environmental education that empowers people to take responsibility for their surroundings. By working in cooperation with communities, we seek to expand this movement locally and globally, encouraging others to adopt these principles and replicate our methods. Together, we can create cities that are not just livable but regenerative—filled with greenery, thriving ecosystems, and opportunities for collective growth.