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Community-Led Efforts Revive Mangroves Amid Pollution Crisis

2/5/2026

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Story summary

Guanabara Bay remains polluted, while mangrove restoration in the Guapi-Mirim environmental protection area advances, led by fishers and NGOs.
The Guapi-Mirim area spans 14,000 hectares.
Brazil has the second-largest mangrove area but has lost 25% since the 1900s.
60 animal species have returned due to community involvement in the restoration.
Pollution levels are improving, and the program aims to double the restored area by 2029 despite climate and industrial threats.

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Story summary

Guanabara Bay remains polluted, while mangrove restoration in the Guapi-Mirim environmental protection area advances, led by fishers and NGOs.
The Guapi-Mirim area spans 14,000 hectares.
Brazil has the second-largest mangrove area but has lost 25% since the 1900s.
60 animal species have returned due to community involvement in the restoration.
Pollution levels are improving, and the program aims to double the restored area by 2029 despite climate and industrial threats.