Members of the Youth Network of the Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) held an exchange session at the Dr. Antonio Núñez Jiménez University of Moa. Also where they discussed the role of academia in Cuba’s energy transition with students and faculty.
During the meeting, the delegation highlighted the university’s importance in developing projects that strengthen the nation’s energy sovereignty. As well as in training the professionals who will take on the sector’s challenges in the coming decades.
A tour of various areas of the university campus provided an opportunity to see firsthand how academic research can contribute innovative solutions. To the challenges facing the national power system.
The agenda also included a meeting at the Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara Nickel Company. Where the MINEM representatives spoke with the company’s management team and staff. Accompanied by Luis Ángel Ávila Medina, a member of the Provincial Bureau of the Young Communist League (UJC).
During this visit, the work of the “Youth of the Future” group was highlighted. Its members receive training across various plant operations to prepare for future responsibilities. Furthermore, the company outlined how it is navigating the sector’s ongoing transformations. Including projects aimed at increasing nickel and cobalt production through the use of renewable energy. One such initiative seeks to save 14,000 liters of diesel by incorporating electric equipment for material handling.
The visit concluded with an exchange involving executives and young staff from the Cubaníquel business group. Attended by Yiganis Cruz Martínez, First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) in Moa. And Alexei Martínez Mora, President of the Municipal Assembly of People’s Power. This forum addressed topics such as energy conservation, efficient energy use, and the importance of fostering an “energy culture” within professional training. All essential aspects for workers in the mining sector, given that energy is a strategic resource for the country’s sustainable development.
Participants also reflected on the municipality’s potential regarding the energy transition, its achievements and future projections. As well as the obstacles that the blockade imposes on the nation’s energy development. Furthermore, they discussed the need for new generations to prepare themselves to take a leading role in this field.
By: Daimy Peña Guillén
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