Why a New Path Is Urgently Needed
In today’s increasingly self-centered and fragmented world, regenerative organizations offer a powerful response to the climate crisis, rural youth exodus, and growing social inequality. Despite macroeconomic improvements, many young adults in urban areas still face high unemployment and informal jobs, with few real opportunities for personal and professional growth.
According to the Conexão Escola portal, Brazil’s urbanization process is closely tied to population density and has led to a significant rural exodus. From 2010 to 2022, Brazil’s rural population declined from 15.6% to 12.6%, while the urban population rose from 84.4% to 87.4%. This trend illustrates not only a territorial shift, but also the forced displacement of rural communities due to lack of opportunities, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen regenerative organizations in rural areas.
This is where Eco Caminhos and the Ecolibrium Association step in. Based in Nova Friburgo, Brazil, they are pioneering a model that harmoniously integrates ecological, social, and commercial dimensions—proving that it is possible to regenerate the land while also empowering people and building financially sustainable systems.