Eventos 2025 - Ingeniería Ambiental

Environmental Engineering present at the commemoration of environmental week

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The Navarra University Foundation - UNINAVARRA has established itself as an institution committed to the comprehensive training of professionals capable of responding to the environmental challenges of the 21st century. Its participation in academic and scientific events related to climate change strengthens the mission of training environmental engineers with a critical and proactive vision in the face of current challenges. The active involvement in scenarios of debate and analysis, such as the Climate Day within the framework of the Environmental Week, projects the university's research and pedagogical work beyond the classroom, generating a bridge between academia, institutions and the local community, in favor of innovative solutions for adaptation and mitigation in the face of the climate crisis.

The event, held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at the CAM Auditorium in Neiva, was a space of great relevance for the Huila region. The day included lectures on new climate change scenarios and territorial vulnerability (IDEAM), the application of these in the agricultural sector (FAO) and territorial challenges in climate management (CAM), in addition to a panel on nature-based solutions and resilience. The presence of public entities, international institutions and local organizations demonstrated the importance of multi-sectoral articulation for sustainability. In this context, UNINAVARRA participated with a group of students from different semesters of Environmental Engineering, who, together with their teacher, strengthened their training with direct experiences in policy and climate management scenarios.

The relevance of this participation lies in the fact that students not only received valuable technical inputs, but also witnessed the interaction between scientific knowledge, public policy and territorial management. Thus, UNINAVARRA contributes to the training of professionals with technical, social and ethical competencies, prepared to lead transformation processes towards sustainability. This experience on Climate Day reaffirms the importance of environmental education linked to practice and decision-making, consolidating the university as an academic reference in the construction of resilient territories in the face of climate change.

UNINAVARRA and Electrohuila: Business Breakfast for the Future of Huila

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In a cordial and forward-looking atmosphere, the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Urban Planning, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences of the University Foundation Navarra - UNINAVARRA, held a Business Breakfast with the Electrificadora del Huila - Electrohuila S.A. E.S.P., in the facilities of the institution. The main purpose of this space was to strengthen the links between academia and the productive sector, consolidating strategic alliances that promote the social, economic and educational development of the region. With this initiative, UNINAVARRA reaffirms its commitment to the training of highly competent professionals, generating scenarios that integrate theoretical knowledge with the business dynamics of Huila.

During the meeting, key issues such as academic cooperation opportunities, the offer of internships for students and the development of joint projects were discussed. They also discussed mechanisms to articulate efforts around technological innovation and continuous training of human talent, for the benefit of the student community and the company. UNINAVARRA executives, teachers from the different faculties and Nika Cuéllar, manager of Electrohuila, actively participated in the event, sharing their expectations, needs and experiences in an open and constructive dialogue. This exchange allowed laying the foundations for the design of collaborative projects that respond to the energy and infrastructure challenges of the department.

These spaces are consolidated as strategic platforms for institutional growth and the training of future professionals, providing them with access to opportunities that strengthen their comprehensive preparation and increase their employability. The alliances generated in scenarios such as the Business Breakfast enrich the academic curriculum, boost research and promote innovation as an engine of social transformation. UNINAVARRA invites companies in the region to join these initiatives that promote sustainable development, youth leadership and collective progress in Huila. In this way, the institution continues to project itself as a key player in the educational and productive transformation of the territory, reaffirming its mission to train professionals committed to excellence and the welfare of their community.

Graduation Ceremony UNINAVARRA 2025: New engineers, new hopes for the country

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Emotion, pride and hope were present at the graduation ceremony of the School of Engineering, Architecture and Urbanism of the University Foundation Navarra UNINAVARRA, an event that brought together students, teachers, families and institutional authorities to celebrate the culmination of a fundamental academic stage. In a solemn and meaningful ceremony, professional degrees were awarded to the new Industrial Engineers and Environmental Engineers, recognizing in each of them the effort, perseverance and commitment demonstrated throughout their training process. The Dean's words, accompanied by excited looks and sincere smiles, highlighted the importance of this moment, not only for the graduates, but also for their families, the university community and the entire region.

The professionals graduating today represent the result of a rigorous, humane and sustainable development-oriented educational process. Each one has traveled a path of learning, challenges and personal growth, in which they have acquired technical skills, critical thinking, social sensitivity and solid professional ethics. Faithful to its institutional commitment, UNINAVARRA has accompanied this journey with an innovative, relevant and high quality educational proposal, where sustainability, technology, social projection and interdisciplinarity are fundamental pillars. Today, our new graduates are prepared to transform organizations, lead responsible processes, propose creative solutions and generate positive impact in their communities and productive sectors.

However, more than the closing of a stage, this ceremony marks the beginning of a new professional mission in an environment that demands transformational leadership, adaptation to change, global thinking and constant innovation. Challenges such as digital transformation, climate change, industrial automation and territorial development require professionals committed to the common good, guided by ethical principles and a deep social responsibility. From the Fundación Universitaria Navarra we invite our new engineers to be agents of change, to inspire by their example and to proudly carry the values of our institution. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your history! Today we bid you farewell as students and welcome you as UNINAVARRISTAS graduates, protagonists of the present and builders of the future.

Environmental Engineering students lead cleanup day in Los Colores Lagoon

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With the firm commitment to generate a positive environmental impact, the Environmental Engineering program of Fundación Universitaria Navarra led a cleaning and beautification day in the Los Colores Lagoon. This initiative, which had the valuable support of Ciudad Limpia, local community and students of the program, managed to mobilize joint efforts to recover this important body of water affected by solid waste and landscape deterioration.

During the day, more than 100 kilograms of waste were collected, waste was collected and cleaned, and awareness was raised about the care of the ecosystem. The active participation of the students not only strengthened their practical training in environmental management, but also consolidated a bridge of collaboration between academia, business and community, in favor of urban sustainability.

This project is part of the institutional strategy of social projection and environmental responsibility of the Navarra University Foundation, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development and the welfare of the surrounding communities. The activity raised collective awareness about the importance of preserving our natural environments.

Environmental Engineering students from the Fundación Universitaria Navarra obtain recognition at the International III SUMMIT STEAM+IH of public outreach of the CTEL.

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On May 12, 2025, tenth semester students of the Environmental Engineering program of the Fundación Universitaria Navarra were recognized with the second place in the International III SUMMIT STEAM+IH of public disclosure of the CTEL, thanks to their outstanding participation with the project entitled: "Analysis of the impact of ICT-based strategies implemented to strengthen environmental education on the use and conservation of water resources in middle school students of the I.E. San Juan Bosco, Palermo - Huila".

The project, developed as part of the program's social projection initiatives, demonstrated how technological tools can be key allies in promoting a solid environmental awareness in young students, encouraging water care from basic education. The proposal was highly valued for its pedagogical approach, its impact on local communities and its methodological innovation.

This achievement reflects the commitment of the Fundación Universitaria Navarra to academic excellence, research with social sense and the training of professionals capable of generating real transformations in their territories through knowledge and sustainability.

Positive impact of Fundación Universitaria Navarra at ExpoSENA 2024 with soil characterization workshop

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Last Friday, November 15, 2024, students from the Environmental Engineering program of Fundación Universitaria Navarra participated in ExpoSENA, conducting an outstanding soil characterization workshop at the SENA Agroindustrial Training Center. This activity allowed the attendees to learn about technical processes such as the analysis of texture, pH, humidity and organic matter, which are fundamental for sustainable soil management.

The workshop not only demonstrated the institution's level of academic training, but also generated a valuable exchange of knowledge with SENA apprentices and members of the community. This practical experience strengthened the social appropriation of environmental knowledge and reaffirmed the Foundation's commitment to regional development and sustainability.

With this type of initiative, the Fundación Universitaria Navarra continues to consolidate its position as a key player in the training of professionals capable of transforming their environment through science, innovation and environmental responsibility.

Environmental Engineering Program of Fundación Universitaria Navarra presented the social balance of the GIAU project.

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On February 13, 2025, the Environmental Engineering program of Fundación Universitaria Navarra socialized the balance of the social projection project Gestión Integral del Agua Urbana (GIAU), an initiative that has promoted good practices in the management of water resources and environmental awareness in urban environments. The event brought together students, teachers and strategic allies in an exercise of accountability and community participation.

The event was attended by representatives of schools, the National Police, the Mayor's Office of Neiva, Ciudad Limpia and the community in general, who learned first-hand about the results of the project, including educational campaigns, participatory monitoring and awareness-raising activities carried out in different sectors of the city. The balance highlighted the positive impact of the articulation between academia and social actors in urban environmental management.

With this balance, the Fundación Universitaria Navarra reaffirms its commitment to sustainable development, environmental education and university social responsibility, demonstrating that applied knowledge can generate real transformations in communities.

Navarra Plogger: an environmental journey that united community and academia on World Water Day

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On March 22, 2025, as part of the celebration of World Water Day, the Environmental Engineering program of Fundación Universitaria Navarra led the Navarra Plogger event, an initiative that combined physical activity and waste collection along Avenida La Toma in Neiva, promoting care for the urban environment and environmental awareness.

The day included the active participation of students, schools, the Civil Defense, the National Police, the Mayor's Office of Neiva, Ciudad Limpia and the community in general, who joined in a collaborative exercise of cleaning and reflection on the responsible use of water and the proper management of solid waste. The activity generated a positive impact both in the intervened space and in the citizenship education of the attendees.

With Navarra Plogger, Fundación Universitaria Navarra reaffirms its commitment to sustainability and social projection, articulating institutional and community efforts to transform habits and strengthen the environmental culture in the territory.

Engineering That Is Lived: Uninavarra Students Visit Metalcof S.A.S. Eco-efficient Stoves.

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An experience that strengthens professional training and contributes to the industrial development of the Surcolombian region In an environment where academic training requires a real connection with industry, the Industrial Engineering Program of the Navarra University Foundation - UNINAVARRA continues to bet on meaningful experiences that allow its students to learn, analyze and actively participate in the country's production processes. On this occasion, the future engineers participated in a guided academic visit to Estufas Ecoeficientes METALCOF S.A.S., a leading company in sustainable energy solutions with high social impact in the Surcolombiana region.

The purpose of this activity was clear: to strengthen the academic and professional training of the students through direct contact with a real industrial environment, where they could observe and understand how innovation, operational efficiency, environmental responsibility and quality are integrated into a production process.

During the tour, students learned about the key stages of the eco-efficient stove manufacturing process, from technical design to assembly and quality control, applying in a practical way concepts seen in subjects such as industrial processes, operations management, ergonomics and sustainability.

The visit allowed participants to develop key skills such as critical observation, technical decision-making, analysis of production processes and identification of opportunities for improvement, essential elements for their future professional performance.

In addition, METALCOF S.A.S. stood out as an exemplary case study on how small and medium-sized companies can innovate, produce with quality and at the same time generate a positive impact on vulnerable communities, promoting clean technologies and reducing polluting emissions.

The company, located in the heart of Huila, represents a model of industrial development with social and environmental responsibility, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and with the vision of a more competitive and sustainable Surcolombian region. This type of interaction with the productive sector not only enriches the educational experience, but also strengthens the ties between academia and local industry, consolidating an ecosystem of innovation, training and regional development.

"These visits are fundamental to our mission as an academic program. They not only bring students closer to the real world of industrial engineering, but also allow us to contribute to the productive fabric of our region," said the director of UNINAVARRA's Industrial Engineering program, Sergio Andres Castañeda Mendez.

Activities such as the visit to METALCOF S.A.S. reflect UNINAVARRA's commitment to a relevant, experiential education oriented to the real needs of the environment. They are also an example of how the university prepares future industrial engineers not only to face the technical challenges of the present, but also to lead with social responsibility and a transformative vision.

From the engineering that is taught to the engineering that is lived in the field, UNINAVARRA reaffirms its commitment to excellence, innovation and regional development.

Events 2025 - Environmental Engineering