On 28 May 2025, the Parish Council of Castelo Branco promoted the continuation of the planting of the Friends of the Environment Woodland, on the grounds of the Bairro dos Alvoracões / Lirião Association, with the involvement of local school groups. The initiative included the donation of 80 trees and technical support from Harmonious Jungle/Vale da Esteva, as part of the Community Commitment Protocol signed with the Parish Council.

The 2nd Co-management Forum on Protected Areas took place in Segura, Idanha-a-Nova, under the theme “Forests: Economic dynamics, innovation and the future”. The event highlighted sustainable management within the Tejo Internacional Natural Park. Cristina Xavier de Sousa, founder of Harmonious Jungle – Vale da Esteva, took part in the panel on innovation, where she presented the REVE programme – Regeneration of the Vale da Esteva Ecosystems.

Vale da Esteva was present at two of the leading European events dedicated to sustainability and responsible investment: the Nature Finance Forum Europe and the Sustainable Investment Forum Europe, held in Paris.

Ernst Götsch, one of the greatest masters of Agroforestry, will share his vast knowledge and revolutionary experiences. Total Immersion for 5 days | 12 vacancies only

Escola Superior Agrária de Castelo Branco, Portugal auditorium. Syntropic Agriculture and Sustainability - Lecture by Ernst Götsch. Free admission, registration required. Download your ticket here.

Win Win Women – Together We Thrive at Universidade Católica Portuguesa in Lisbon. Vale da Esteva was the Breakthrough Project, represented by its CEO and mentor, Cristina Levine Martins Xavier.

Casa do Forno, in Castelo Branco. Sustainable Cuisine - Learn about healthy and sustainable eating through a board game in partnership with JF Castelo Branco.

Vale da Esteva was present at NATURE FUTURES 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. The project's alignment with EU guidelines and the socio-environmental relevance of REVE made it eligible to be among the exhibitors of this international initiative.

For the first time, Vale da Esteva was present at BTL - Lisbon Tourism Exchange at the invitation of Castelo Branco City Council.

Knowledge and Flavors Market At the Mãos de Horta Restaurant, an organic market was held with the participation of local producers. A stall entirely dedicated to children, popular music, and local products delighted everyone who passed by. It is an event to be repeated!