Reconectar is a project aimed at increasing biodiversity and connectivity in urban areas.
It started in September 2022 with the Biological Corridor along Av. Mariana de Jesús, connecting the Rumipamba and La Carolina parks. The project is still active in this area and is expanding to other sectors such as Carcelén and various corporate facilities.
Reconectar actively works on implementing nature-based solutions with green infrastructure that benefits both citizens and biodiversity. The green infrastructure includes rain gardens, pollinator gardens, green roofs, and living tree pits, which support a diversity of native fauna and vegetation while enhancing connectivity within the city.
Within these spaces, green infrastructure has been generated, such as rain gardens, pollinator gardens, green roofs and living tree wells, which make it possible to house a diversity of fauna and native vegetation, while also acting as connection points in this corridor.
Why is it important to conserve nature in the city?
Green infrastructure helps optimize spaces that address common urban issues such as biodiversity loss, runoff, increased temperatures, and poor air quality. Additionally, these highly functional sites also serve as recreational areas, places for nature contact, and environmental education.
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Working hand in hand with the community.
The project works hand-in-hand with the community. It involves community engagement in both environmental education and citizen participation for planting in each of the intervened spaces. Biodiversity records have also been created using citizen science tools to document the biodiversity found in the area.
How is this made possible?
Reconectar is a project conceived and developed by the Great Leaf Foundation and the Nativus nursery, with contributions from various institutions enabling the development and expansion of the project.
Thanks to the invaluable support of
professionals, institutions, and companies, which have contributed in various ways to achieve the project’s goals: Environmental Fund, Environment Secretariat, Arq. MLA Paola Ayala Ulloa, Daniela Córdova – Circular Economy, EPMMOP, Quito Zoo, Fonag, Quito Vivarium, Rumipamba Archaeological Park, DHL, San Gabriel School, Andicalzado, and CORDIALSA.
Reconectar can continue thanks to the interest and generosity of companies and institutions from different sectors of society. Specific donations or the development of institutional projects can help achieve the objectives of urban biodiversity restoration and enhancement.
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