Regenerativa

Regenerativa is an adjective used in Spanish and Portuguese to refer to processes or practices that restore or renew systems, often going beyond sustainability by creating net positive effects for ecosystems, communities, or economies.

Biology and medicine: Regenerative medicine seeks to repair or replace damaged tissues and organs through stem cell therapy, tissue engineering, biomaterials and molecular signaling. Research aims to reconstitute structure and function, reduce dependence on organ transplantation, and improve recovery after injury.

Regenerative agriculture: A farming approach focusing on soil health, biodiversity and ecosystem function, with practices such as cover crops, composting, no-till farming and rotational grazing to increase resilience and capture carbon.

Regenerative design and architecture: Building and product design that mimic natural cycles, aiming for net-positive energy, water and materials flows, restorative impacts on sites and communities, and lifelong adaptability.

Energy and mobility: Regenerative braking systems recover kinetic energy for storage, contributing to efficiency in electric and hybrid vehicles; broader use includes regenerative energy grids and materials loops in manufacturing.

Other uses: The term also appears in policy and economic discourses referring to regenerative development, finance and governance, which emphasize restoring ecosystems while supporting human well-being.