The favelas of Rio de Janeiro are becoming the site of remarkable innovations in the field of solar energy and environmental solutions.

In Babylonia, the local leader Dinei established the first solar cooperative in Brazil, providing residents access to renewable energy. The solar panels on rooftops power the electric grid, helping families reduce their energy bills and creating jobs in the installation and maintenance sector. Additionally, in Maré Comunidade, the Ecoclima project fights against urban heat with lightweight green roofs made from recycled materials.