Age of Change: Protecting the Copalita River from pollution

Published 2022-11-22
The Copalita river flows through Oaxaca in the southwest of Mexico connecting over 800 villages and the people who call it home. Communities are working to make the sustainable management of this shared resource part of local culture and livelihoods.

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Humans have a remarkable capacity for imagination and invention, enabling us to think beyond the present and unravel the most complex problems. But, in the face of a planetary crisis, we can only achieve meaningful change if we work collaboratively and act globally.

This Age of Change series showcases some of the organisations and innovators who are driving that change. Join us as we explore aspirational solutions for change, sharing stories that serve as a blueprint for our future – one where we can exist in harmony with nature.

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All Comments (6)
  • Looks like paradise but it won't be if the population keeps growing
  • Capitalism needs to end so that we create sustainable products instead of rubbish. Awareness is important to of course, but it doesn't change anything if we need to consume and slave to keep companies happy.