Connecting Rio de Janeiro to the World.
International partnerships for sustainable development, innovation, and cultural exchange.
NURIRJ Mission
NURIRJ is an initiative from the Eio de Janeiro State Legislatur (ALERJ), created in May 2024 by the Parliamentary Front for Humanized Public Services.
Its mission is to position Rio de Janeiro as a strategic player in international relations, promoting:
Sustainable development
International cooperation
Cultural
exchange
Our Global Actions
Since its creation, NURIRJ has been actively expanding international dialogue through events, meetings, and agreements with global impact.
Symposium on the Carbon Market
Aligned with the global sustainability agenda, NURIRJ hosted a Symposium on the Carbon Market, bringing together experts, parliamentarians, private sector representatives, and environmental organizations to discuss Brazil’s path toward a green economy.
The event focused on the role of the State of Rio de Janeiro in the transition to a cleaner energy matrix, highlighting public policies, investment opportunities, and carbon offset mechanisms.
This initiative reinforces NURIRJ’s commitment to sustainable innovation and to building a more balanced and environmentally conscious future.
Meetings with Consulates
NURIRJ has been strengthening international dialogue through strategic meetings with diplomatic representatives from various countries.
The meetings held with the Consulates of Russia, Angola, Italy, and Spain aim to expand bilateral cooperation, explore investment opportunities, promote cultural exchange, and discuss joint solutions to global challenges.
These diplomatic engagements represent a significant step toward building a more globally connected Rio de Janeiro — open to partnerships that drive sustainable development and social progress.
G20 Roundtable – Circular Economy
As part of the official G20 agenda in Brazil, NURIRJ actively participated in a roundtable on Circular Economy, bringing together government officials, researchers, and civil society representatives to explore innovative ways of turning waste into resources.
The event highlighted sustainable initiatives, international partnerships, and the role of regional governments in promoting more responsible and regenerative economic models.
NURIRJ’s presence in this global forum reinforces its commitment to building global solutions through local action — connecting Rio de Janeiro to key international discussions on the environment and sustainable development.
Who is part of NURIRJ
The NURIRJ network includes members from various sectors, ensuring diversity and real impact:
ALERJ
Parliamentarians
OAB/RJ
Rio de Janeiro State University (UERJ)
Chambers of Commerce
NGOs and Third Sector Organizations
Why Rio de Janeiro?
Rio is not only a global icon — it’s a strategic gateway to international cooperation and innovation.
Strategic Location
Innovation & Creative Economy
Infrastructure & Sustainability
Join this network
Want to learn more or become a partner of NURIRJ?
We welcome ideas, proposals, and international collaborations.
