The University of Moa, Dr. Antonio Núñez, is promoting scientific projects dedicated to environmental protection. A cornerstone of sustainable development in this municipality of Holguin province. Located about 200 kilometers from the provincial capital.
Josefa Mestre Lamorú, a specialist at the university, the only one of its kind in Cuba. Told the Cuban News Agency that mining and environmental protection must be balanced. Making environmental awareness a priority in professional training.
Among the fundamental aspects of this issue are soil protection, the recovery of waste from production processes, and environmental education. For adolescents and young adults in the community, the expert noted.
One example of these programs is an observatory to measure key indicators of Tarea Vida (Task Life). The Cuban government’s plan focused on addressing climate change. Implemented in more than 70 coastal municipalities of the Caribbean island, she emphasized.
This tool, the specialist explained, will allow for the systematic collection of data on water quality, deforestation, gas emissions, and biodiversity. With the aim of determining the effectiveness of environmental policies and establishing early warning systems.
Also this initiative complements other projects implemented jointly with the Nickel Business Group. Focused on reforesting areas affected by mining, reducing soil erosion, and monitoring native flora and fauna populations in restored areas.
Holguin’s environmental protection achievements include partnerships with universities, scientific centers, and other scientific entities. Aimed at safeguarding more than a thousand endemic species of flora and fauna. Contributing to the sustainable management of protected areas, and restoring watersheds.
The increase in forest cover across the territory. Primarily in mountainous areas, is another achievement in this endeavor.
With information from CNA
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