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About EcoPiratas

Entertainment is a fundamental human need. It shapes how we feel and provides a shared understanding of how to enjoy life.

Events and festivals foster knowledge exchange and diversity, promote dialogue between cultures, stimulate creativity, provide opportunities for social inclusion, and enhance our psychological well-being. However, it is only through sustainability that events can become models for a thriving, profitable, and circular business.

We believe that events are prototypes of autonomous societies with social, environmental, and economic challenges. Regardless of size, type, or duration, events must understand that sustainability enables the ability to make informed decisions based on resource use, impacts reduction, enhance communication, and succeed with their investors, sponsors, suppliers, and audience.

The creation of a playful storytelling and gamified tone is fundamental for engaging volunteers, workers, and collaborators in effective and enjoyable waste management. By weaving narratives and incorporating fun elements into the process, we foster a sense of purpose, connection, and motivation—transforming what might seem like a chore into a shared mission that is both impactful and rewarding.
That’s why we don’t just manage waste—we turn it into a mission. With storytelling and a playful spirit, we rally volunteers, workers, and allies into a crew with purpose. We swap guilt for adventure, duty for fun, and bins for badges of honor.

We are breaking away from the outdated and wasteful model of hosting events and festivals, paving the way for sustainable events of the future. Contact Us
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Mission

Mission

Sailing towards a sustainable future, transforming events and festivals through innovative waste management solutions, environmental education, and ecological practices. We help organizations creatively reduce their environmental impact, promoting the circular economy, engaging the audience in an interactive way, and increasing their active participation in building a more sustainable world.
Vision

Vision

To be a global reference in sustainability for events, leading the ecological revolution in the industry and demonstrating that it is possible to create great experiences without leaving a trace on the environment. We aim to transform every event into an unforgettable experience through a sustainable legacy, where waste becomes resources and environmental awareness becomes culture.
Values

Values

  • Sustainability with Purpose – Everything we do aims to reduce impacts and regenerate the planet.
  • Innovation and Creativity – We use storytelling and creative solutions to engage and transform events.
  • Commitment to Education – We believe change comes from knowledge and empowerment.
  • Collaboration and Collectivity – We work together, like a true crew, for a greener future.
  • Transparency and Responsibility – Every action must create a positive impact and be communicated clearly.
  • Fun and Engagement – Sustainability doesn’t have to be boring! We create engaging experiences to inspire change.

EcoPiratas Team

Marcelo Rossi - EcoPiratas
Marcelo Rossi - EcoPiratas

Marcelo Rossi Marcelo Rossi

Position: CaptainMarcelo Rossi, chemical engineer and resource and waste management expert with 18 years of experience in large-scale festivals. He is the founder and captain of EcoPiratas. His expertise includes production, project management, site operations, infrastructure (construction, water and biotoilet) and waste management based on the principles of Zero Waste and Circular Economy, sustainability management aligned with ISO 20121, EU Green Deal, and ESG.

Marcelo has led projects in communities, events, and renowned festivals such as Ecocentro IPEC (BR), Rock in Rio (BR), Waking Life (PT), Universo Paralello (BR), Boom Festival (PT), Global Eclipse (AR/US), Glastonbury (UK) and Burning Man (US).

Marcelo uses the pirate fable as a powerful tool to inspire teams, event organizers, and the public to see "waste" as treasure.

Activities: Production, Project Management, Team Management, Site Operations, Finances, and Administration.
Jaques Bastos - EcoPiratas
Jaques Bastos - EcoPiratas

Jaques Bastos Jaques Bastos

Position: First-mateJaques Bastos Zeni is a technician in Rural Extension and Agroforestry, an ecotourism guide, and a coordinator of itinerant lodging projects across Brazil, with a socio-economic and environmental focus on ecological parks and major events such as Rally dos Sertões, SWU, Universo Paralello, Waking Life and Boom Festival.

A specialist in rescue operations in remote environments, vertical cavities, and confined spaces, he also works as an industrial climber and rigger, executing scenic and structural projects at large festivals in Brazil and Europe.

With over 15 years of experience in these environments and a strong commitment to sustainability, Jaques actively contributes to strengthening the connection between nature, people, and festivals, fostering innovative and sustainable solutions for the industry.
 
Activities: Logistics and Operations Management, Team Leader, Construction and Assembly, Administration.
Felipe Prudente - EcoPiratas
Felipe Prudente - EcoPiratas

Felipe Prudente Felipe Prudente

Position: Jack-of-all-trades OperationsFelipe Prudente is a bioconstructor, cultural producer, and social entrepreneur focused on sustainability. In recent years, he has been expanding his work in Portugal, developing sustainable solutions for music festivals—from infrastructure to waste management—having contributed to projects such as Waking Life, Boom Festival, and Him Dub. He is also the founder of Aldeia Alvorada, a socio-environmental project located in northeastern Brazil, where, for the past 15 years, he has been dedicated to applying permaculture principles to create a systemic integration between environmental conservation, entrepreneurship, culture, ecotourism, and social inclusion.

Activities: Logistics, Team Leader, Construction and Assembly.
José Pedro Pereira "PP" - EcoPiratas
José Pedro Pereira "PP" - EcoPiratas

José Pedro Pereira "PP" José Pedro Pereira "PP"

Position: Jack-of-all-trades BuilderJosé Pedro Pereira is a specialist in construction using wood, bamboo, eucalyptus, and repurposed materials. Throughout his journey, he has specialized in the creative use of wood, crafting pieces that balance functionality and aesthetics. He currently collaborates with various festivals and creators, bringing his unique vision and craftsmanship to a wide range of projects.

He has worked with Boom Festival (PT), Waking Life (PT), Goat Community (PT), Underground Meco (PT), among others.
 
Activities: Creation and Construction, Creative Carpentry, Mechanics, Materials Management, and Logistics.
Nuno Frota - EcoPiratas
Nuno Frota - EcoPiratas

Nuno Frota Nuno Frota

Position: Jack-of-all-trades LogisticNuno Frota works in logistics and Earthship bioconstruction. In recent years, he has been expanding his work in the field of bioconstruction, event setups, and the development of sustainable solutions for festivals, from infrastructure to waste management. He has contributed to various projects such as Boom Festival (PT), Waking Life (PT), Fusion Festival (DE), Lost Theory (ES), among others.

Activities:Logistics and Operations