Urban Reforestation Drive
Mobilized students and volunteers to plant native tree species in degraded urban lots, restoring canopy cover and supporting local biodiversity.
A growing portfolio of environmental and educational initiatives led or co-led by Dr. Reyson P. Raymundo — from urban reforestation and watershed restoration to classroom programs and corporate advisory.
Mobilized students and volunteers to plant native tree species in degraded urban lots, restoring canopy cover and supporting local biodiversity.
Water QualityLed field sampling and chemical analysis of tributaries to assess pollutant load and inform watershed management strategies with local partners.
ConservationWorking with indigenous communities and local NGOs to protect vast stretches of the Amazon rainforest through sustainable land-use planning, anti-deforestation monitoring, and biodiversity research.
Clean WaterMobilized local volunteers to remove plastic waste and marine debris from Rio's iconic beaches and lagoons, improving water quality and protecting coastal ecosystems.
Community-led mangrove planting to rebuild coastal defenses, protect fisheries, and sequester carbon along vulnerable shorelines.
Technical advisory for companies entering voluntary carbon markets — from project design and MRV to credit verification and reporting.
A community-led reforestation effort restoring native Atlantic Forest species across parks and green corridors in Barra da Tijuca.
Restoring native Cerrado species along urban corridors of São Sebastião in Brazil's Federal District.
Restoring Atlantic Forest cover across hillsides and trails in Teresópolis, planting native seedlings to stabilize slopes and revive biodiversity.
One of Dr. Reyson's deepest passions — leading hands-on cleanup drives across Rio's beaches and lagoons while teaching volunteers, students, and communities why a waste-free environment matters.
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Hands-on workshops introducing students to green chemistry principles, sustainable lab practices, and climate-relevant experimentation.
Curriculum design and teacher training that integrate climate science across subjects, equipping the next generation with climate literacy.
High-Level DialogueEngaging in the Think20 (T20) Brasil Midterm Conference under the G20 — contributing policy perspectives on climate, carbon markets, and sustainable development to inform governments and corporate leaders shaping the global agenda.
High-Level DialogueParticipating in BRICS Dialogues hosted by CEBRI with Siemens Energy, Prefeitura do Rio, and iCS — sharing expertise on the energy transition and educating companies and policymakers on practical pathways to a low-carbon economy.