The Ministry of Science, Technology, and Environment (Citma by its initials in Spanish) in the province of Holguin is promoting the protection of the territory’s vulnerable ecosystems. Among those with the greatest endemism in Cuba.
Among these ecosystems are the mountains and coastline, affected by extreme weather events and human behavior. To this end, environmental education initiatives such as reforestation with native varieties and solid waste collection are being promoted.
Norkis Ochoa Aguilera, head of the environmental policy department at Citma. Told the Cuban News Agency that the province has achieved favorable results in this area. Reflected in the recovery of beaches used for tourism and areas affected by mining.
She emphasized that community environmental centers prioritize working with younger generations. Through children’s contests, educational talks, and specialized conferences. The expert indicated that the province excels in investments to eliminate environmental pollutants and provide new use values for industrial surpluses.
Ochoa Aguilera highlighted the ties with the business sector. Considered a provincial strength, and the holding of annual events. Such as Expoambiente, where major achievements are showcased and innovation and development projects are shared.
Holguin has several environmental programs dedicated to topics such as renewable energy, food sovereignty, and digital transformation in government management.
With information from CNA
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