As part of their academic training activities, UMECIT students visited the El Diamante Intelligent Ecological Management Center, located in the township of Playa Leona, district of La Chorrera, province of Panama Oeste.

The experience allowed students to learn firsthand about different processes related to the comprehensive management of solid waste, strengthening the relationship between the knowledge acquired in the classroom and its application in real-world scenarios.

During the tour, participants visited areas such as the landfill, the leachate treatment plant, the waste weighing area, and the recycling center, among other facilities. By observing these processes, they were able to understand the importance of implementing strategies and technologies focused on the responsible management, treatment, recycling, and disposal of waste.

The day also provided opportunities for reflection on the impacts that inadequate waste management can have on the environment and public health, as well as on the need to promote sustainable practices that contribute to the protection of natural resources.

Likewise, the visit represented an opportunity to strengthen observation, analysis and research skills, providing students with information and experiences that can serve as a reference for future academic work, projects and research related to environmental management and sustainability.

From an outreach and social responsibility perspective, this activity contributed to strengthening environmental awareness and the commitment of future professionals to current environmental challenges. Furthermore, it fostered closer ties between academia and organizations involved in environmental management, highlighting the importance of cooperation in promoting sustainable initiatives.

These types of experiences are part of UMECIT's commitment to an education that transcends the classroom and integrates teaching, research and outreach, providing students with tools to understand and face the challenges of their environment from a professional, responsible and sustainable perspective.