November 19, 2024 – After its recent visit to Indonesia, the Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) continues to make waves internationally. This time, ASCOT joined forces with SEAMEO BIOTROP (Southeast Asian Regional Centre for Tropical Biology) and Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) to co-organize the Regional Workshop-Training on Artificial Lake Management Part 2: Sustainable Environmental Management of Marginal Lands and Coastal Areas. Held via Zoom, the workshop brought together experts and participants to tackle some of today’s most pressing environmental issues.ASCOT President Dr. Renato G. Reyes kicked things off with a keynote address, highlighting the role of education and research in solving global environmental problems. Representing ASCOT on the panel was Assistant Professor Mr. Marco De Guzman, MSc, who gave an insightful talk on managing coastal areas sustainably (Blue Carbon) and protecting ecosystems.
“Cooperation and Coordination. Once there is better cooperation among stakeholders, it will lead to a harmonious mechanism for the sustainable management of our coastal resources.” Mr. De Guzman shared.
The workshop focused on equipping participants with tools and strategies to address challenges like pollution, climate change, and the impact of human activities on freshwater ecosystems. It also pushed for collaboration and knowledge-sharing to develop practical, scalable solutions to protect our water resources.
ASCOT’s involvement in this international event shows its commitment to sustainability and its goal of building strong global partnerships. By actively participating in initiatives like this, ASCOT is proving that it’s not just a leader in research and innovation here at home—it’s making a mark on the global stage too.