WHAT IF WE CONNECT THE DIVERSE COMMUNITIES OF QUINTERO BY RESTORING ECOLOGICAL ASSETS, ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES, IDENTITIES, AND HOPE? Quintero, once a vibrant coastal town in Chile, has been struggling under the burden of pollution, ecological degradation, and social inequality brought by industrial expansion issues that are expected to worsen with future urban development. This proposal imagines a regenerative future by connecting the splintered landscapes of Quintero, Loncura, and Ritoque through ecological restoration and creating inclusive, resilient urban and social infrastructure. It proposes a shift from a sacrifice zone to a model of coexistence and thriving between people, nature, and the economy. Our strategy imagines a multi-scalar, phased approach developed with and for the local communities, such as fishers, women activists, surfers, and municipal workers, alongside support from external actors. Through this collaboration, the project envisions a future where all stakeholders can coexist and thrive in a mutually beneficial way.
