Instituto Astral

Instituto Astral is an organization based in Brotas, Brazil, working across environmental education, water, culture, and community engagement. Its projects and resources invite people to learn about local landscapes and take part in conversations about environmental challenges. Topics include the Jacaré Pepira River and its tributaries, springs, riparian vegetation, water use and reserves, climate change, and environmental protection legislation. The institute also shares educational materials on single-use plastic and the formation and protection of rivers.

Its initiatives include EducaAstral, Jardim das Ideias, Astral Self, and workshops such as natural plant drying, alongside projects focused on climate education, tourism, and pathways into the world of work. Through Voz do Rio, technical panels, and Expo Águas de Brotas, Instituto Astral presents information and activities connected to water and the region. The organization also participates in the Tietê-Jacaré Watershed Committee and publishes stories about local culture, nature, events, and heritage, including the history of its historic building. It offers a library, events, and opportunities to support its work.