Cisat in Holguin Celebrates 27 Years of Environmental Management

Through a scientific program that included lectures, seminars, and an open-house event. The Center for Environmental Research and Services of Holguin (Cisat) celebrated its 27th anniversary. Reaffirming its role as a key institution for environmental management in the region.

Over its 27 years of existence, the organization has carried out sustained work in applied research and scientific-technical services. Making significant contributions to the conservation of coastal and terrestrial ecosystems. Biodiversity monitoring, environmental impact assessment, and risk prevention.

Bertty Juan Almanza, a specialist at the center, stated to the Cuban News Agency this Tuesday that the work of its experts also prioritizes the integrated management of coastal zones. And the strengthening of environmental education within communities.

Commemorative activities took place throughout the month of October. These included a lecture by Elier Alexander Córdova García. In titled “How Integrated Management Influences the Protection of Coastal Ecosystems, especially our beaches.” Which highlighted the importance of combining territorial planning, risk reduction, and community participation. To preserve the coastline in the face of climate change, Almanza explained.

As part of the program, a seminar on “Capacity Building in Scientific Categorization through the Management of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Fostered an exchange of experiences aimed at strengthening the competencies of scientific personnel. Promoting a culture of innovation within sector organizations.

Additionally, an open-house event was held for twelfth-grade students from the Enrique José Varona pre-university school. The students were given an up-close look at the center’s research, projects, and daily operations. With the goal of encouraging vocational interest among the younger generation.

Cisat, founded on October 21st, 1999, has among its objectives to contribute to the resolution of the region’s primary environmental problems, including pollution and severe drought.

With information from CNA

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