Brazil Alternative Energy Dialogue 2015

This blog will showcase the adventures in Brazil for the Dialogue of Civilizations focused on Alternative Energies. We will be learning the about different alternative energy technologies, visiting renewable energy sites and talking with industrial leaders of these technologies in Brazil. We will be immersed in the Brazil to learn their culture and language. I will use this blog to send updates on what we are doing throughout our trip and post pictures of the group during outings.

Sunday, May 31, 2015

Day 19

Today we hiked the highest point in São Paulo, Jaragua. We hiked through the jungle and saw local wildlife! It was a beautiful day for the hike!

Friday, May 29, 2015

Day 18

Today we went to a large indoor fruit market called Mercadão. We had pastel de Bacalhau and mortendella sandwiches for lunch, then sampled many exotic Brazilian fruits.

After lunch, we returned to class where we had a debate on the implementation of renewable energies in Hawaii.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Day 17

This morning we learned about sustainable cities, specifically Curitiba, a city in Brazil that boasts as one of the most sustainable cities in the world.

In the afternoon we took a samba dance class and visited the Latin America Museum.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Day 15

Today we presented ideas on how to implement alternative energy technologies in Boston. Then we headed to the AfroBrasileiro museum where we learned of the different ways African culture has influenced Brazilian culture.

We then spent some time in Ibirapuera parque, which is a large park in São Paulo.

Monday, May 25, 2015

Day 14

Today we went to Tonon bioethanol plant in Brotas, São Paulo, Brazil. We learned and saw how they harvest sugarcane and use it to produce Ethanol and refined sugar. We even got to taste the sugarcane!

Sunday, May 24, 2015

Day 13

Today we went to a Palmeiras versus Goias futebol game! Though the Palmeiras lost, it was a fun and exciting afternoon of soccer with a full stadium and tons of chanting!

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Day 12

Today we went to a coffee farm where we learned about the history of coffee in Brazil. We also learned how coffee is grown and processed. We enjoyed the views of the beautiful Brazilian countryside as well!