Task Life in Holguin shows results in ecosystem recovery

The province of Holguin is showing results in the implementation of Task Life. The Cuban State Plan to confront climate change. Materialized in the protection of the population, the recovery of ecosystems, and the transition to cleaner energy sources.

Geovanny Zaldívar Martínez, deputy delegate of the Environment Ministry in the territory. He highlighted to the Cuban News Agency (CNA) that among the achievements since 2021. There are the relocation of the Gustavo Aldereguía Lima Hospital in Gibara and 73 homes in areas vulnerable to rising sea levels stand out.

He noted that the plan promotes sustainable agriculture through the cultivation of drought-resistant varieties. Such as organic potatoes and enriched sweet potatoes, which have been expanded to 74 areas.

Furthermore the province has also achieved 98 percent mangrove recovery. With more than 16,000 hectares in good condition. Some investments in hydraulic works such as dams, water transfers, and desalination plants. With the aim of improving the water supply for the population, he pointed out.

Zaldívar Martínez elaborated on the actions taken to protect the soil, the application of technological packages. Also the reforestation of coastal areas, and the installation of photovoltaic panels in hard-to-reach locations.

These indicators are complemented by initiatives driven by science and international collaboration that have strengthened adaptation to climate change in the province. Including payments for environmental services, the creation of a beach catalog, and the use of worm castings and compost, the official highlighted.

Moreover through 2030, the government plan includes among its significant challenges improving the condition of coral reefs. Raising public awareness of the adverse effects of climate change.

Task Life encompasses more than 70 coastal municipalities in Cuba. It focuses on mitigating the effects of climate variability, sea-level rise, saltwater intrusion. Reduced agricultural yields, extreme weather events, and flooding in vulnerable communities in the short, medium, and long term.

Holguin is participating in this program with initiatives in the municipalities of Gibara, Antilla, Banes, Rafael Freyre, Moa, and Frank País, located on the northern coast. Institutions such as hospitals, universities, and community environmental centers are also involved. Implementing programs to reduce the challenges posed by these phenomena.

With information from CNA