Today, we are seeing and living the consequences of a world out of balance, exacerbated by the idea that communities, the environment, and the economy are inherently at odds. It is time to work differently.

 

Innovaciones Alumbra – iAlumbra – is a collective of organizations committed to demonstrating and catalyzing models for economic growth that restore the environment, honor community, and advance health and prosperity.

Our work spans ocean, land, and place, with a focus on where and how they come together. A systems approach means much of our work is focused locally, particularly in Baja California Sur, with a commitment to scale successful practices and share lessons learned.

Through business investments and philanthropy, we advance efforts across four interrelated areas:

ocean vitality • Land & Water Stewardship • Sense of Place • Resilient Communities

Ocean Vitality

Since the health of our planet is inextricably linked to the health of our ocean, we are committed to developing a renewed and regenerative relationship between the ocean, its biodiversity, and coastal communities.

  • From food sources to economic opportunity, our ability to thrive relies on strengthening our relationship with the ocean. We focus on:

    1. Investing in aquaculture as generative/regenerative solution to ocean health and a diverse global food supply.

    2. Improving the health of the Gulf of California – one of the most biodiverse seas in the world.

Land & Water Stewardship

To sustain a growing world population in the face of extreme weather conditions, we look to the intersection of old traditions and cutting-edge innovations that respectfully cultivate land and water resources that nourish us.

  • Ecosystems with healthy soil, clean air, and water for biodiversity, consumption, and agriculture are essential to our health and well-being as well as our economic resilience. We focus on:

    1. Developing and applying restorative, humane, and adaptive land-based food solutions for rapidly changing climate.

    2. Accelerating restorative watershed practices in the La Paz region of Mexico.

Sense of Place

By inspiring wonder, appreciation, and pride for collective histories, culture, and physical environments, we can motivate individual and collective responsibility for community well-being.

  • A strong sense of place exists when we share a sense of identity, belonging, respect, and responsibility. We believe it can inspire communities and individuals to enhance and protect the vitality of their land, water, people, and culture. We focus on:

    1. Translating experiential learning into blue and green careers and active citizenship.

    2. Developing and supporting opportunities for people of all ages to experience and celebrate art, culture, and heritage.

Resilient Communities

Through connectivity, cooperation, economic development, and cultural exchange, local and regional communities can ensure a vibrant, resilient future rooted in shared identity and a shared commitment to prosperity inclusive of economy, environment, and people.

  • Innovation, creativity, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and leadership are essential to economic and ecological resilience. We focus on:

    1. Engaging civil society in developing local/regional solutions at the intersection of environment, economy, and community.

    2. Catalyzing and facilitating local and regional learning and innovation.