Amazing Rhenan began taking part in conferences for young eco-heroes when he was just 11 years old this teen Changemaker is making waves by protecting river systems and spreading his passion for the environment wherever he goes… When Rhenan’s family moved to a city named Araguatins This river was once relied on by thousands of families for water to cook with and as a place where people could connect with nature the pollution meant that the river was no longer a healthy place to visit… Rhenan launched a project to clean up the nearby Brejinho stream Together with a determined team of Change-making volunteers Rhenan removed almost 1 tonne of waste from the river’s banks He inspired others to get involved with the project by going door to door talking to local people about how clearing the river of pollution could improve their lives He also formed partnerships with the Fire Department Now that one stream was clean, Rhenan wasn’t going to stop there… He’s now working with lots of other young people across Brazil inspiring them to clean up their own local rivers He’s also talking to local governments encouraging them to support environmental protection policies that could prevent the rivers from becoming polluted again in the future now that the pollution is all cleared away Rhenan and the volunteers are working to make the Brejinho stream even more beautiful Rhenan has attended many important meetings across Brazil He’s passionate about helping other young Changemakers make a difference in their communities – just as he did in Araguatins and to know that loads of other kids care just as much as you do And you can get started in the Dirt is Good Academy where you’ll learn about important global issues like pollution – and how you can make a difference YAY FOR THE RIVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! well done i love what your doing please keep it up cool,great work on working water pollution 43,000+ global companies doing business in the region 102,000+ key contacts related to companies and projects news and interviews about your industry in English