Pollution in Guanabara Bay threatens artisanal fishing livelihoods in Rio de Janeiro
What happened
Guanabara Bay in Rio de Janeiro is a vital source of livelihood for artisanal fishers. Pollution from untreated sewage, industrial waste, and the oil and gas industry has resulted in contaminated water, shrinking fishing areas, and declining fish stocks. Alexandre Anderson de Souza, a fisherman, co-founded Associação Homens e Mulheres do Mar to defend the bay and the traditional way of life.
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Why it matters
The environmental degradation in the bay, which is linked to the oil and gas industry, directly impacts the subsistence and culture of artisanal fishers. The pollution raises concerns about the long-term viability of the fishing industry in the region.
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Who's involved
- AlexandreArtisanal fisherman and co-founder of the fishing network defending the bay
- Rio de JaneiroLocation where the artisanal fishing and pollution issues are occurring
- PetrobrasRepresents the oil and gas industry cited as a source of pollution in the bay
- companyNetwork of artisanal fishers co-founded by Alexandre Anderson de Souza
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- PetrobrasSpeculative
The oil and gas industry could face increased regulatory or reputational costs due to environmental degradation in the bay.
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The entities involved
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Alexandre
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Rio de Janeiro
city of Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil