The methodology of the Water Neutrality Project was developed based on a model of natural area conservation associated with Payment for Environmental Services (PES). Through the “adoption” of properties that maintain remnants in strategic locations for water recharge and a prior diagnosis, the aim is to recognize and encourage conservation efforts, raising the standards of nature production and the provision of local ecosystem services.

The adopted properties undergo eligibility criteria where the location of the area, environmental quality, land issues, and the profile of the owners are evaluated—seeking motivated individuals to form a network of positive impact in the territories.

The selected properties have unique representativeness in local ecosystems, with the presence of springs and water recharge areas, in addition to safeguarding biodiversity, often including endangered species.

When an area is “adopted,” a basic Management Plan is developed, defining the scope of management activities. The actions outlined in the plan must be implemented subsequently to ensure the maintenance of water production and recharge.

Other activities of the Project include the development and adaptation of public policies and the establishment of strategic partnerships to form a network of best practices in the territory. With this, different sectors of society work together to strengthen actions and initiatives in favor of managing ecosystem services for the conservation of natural resources in the territory.

All united Producing Nature!