Franz Louie J.

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REFLECTION ON CLIMATE CAFE 2024

The River Scan Challenge 2024 provides a motivating framework for investigating a
variety of Several strategies and projects aimed at safeguarding and restoring portions of Metro
Cebu's streams. The occasion promoted a forum for various viewpoints, emphasizing the
cooperative actions required for a restoration to be effective.
The Metro Cebu Rivers and Creeks presentation by Engineer Kathrina Marie M.
Borgonia regarding the Rehabilitation Program was a prime example of community
involvement's impact. The software's emphasis on involving students in practical restoration
work strikes a deep chord. Not only Not only does it immediately support ecological restoration,
but it also fosters a strong feeling of environmental sense of responsibility, encouraging the next
generation of environmental guardians. This sentiment was further reinforced by Sir Brian
Sarno's talk about Cebu's advocacy initiatives. Colleges and Universities. His focus on the ability
of digital platforms to spur action draws attention to an essential instrument for raising awareness
and encouraging cooperation. Through utilizing university social media and online resources can
act as spurs for group action, mobilizing the neighborhood toward the preservation and
rehabilitation of rivers.
The morning workshop offered useful resources for efficient river management. The
comprehensive guidelines provided by Boogaard for Climate Scan 2024 furnished the ability to
collect and evaluate data, which is a crucial component of evidence-based interventions.
Additionally, the global viewpoints of Prof. Eric Boer and Prof. The conversation was enhanced
by Rick Heikoop. Their perceptions of methods from Hanze University of Rotterdam University
of Applied Sciences and Applied Sciences provide insightful background and creative strategies
to take into account.
The variety of river rehabilitation was emphasized in the afternoon session. Espinosa's
investigation of water quality and associated projects highlighted the vital requirement for
thorough observation and corrective action. Taking care of pollution and improving Any
restoration plan has to be centered on ecological resilience. Furthermore, talks about flood
Infrastructure projects for mitigation provided as a reminder of the critical role that engineering
solutions play. play in preventing flooding in communities and preserving livelihoods. The
demonstrations via Engineer. Architect Araceli Barlam and Myka Marie Llanos described
governance initiatives in depth. carried out by Mandaue City and Cebu City, respectively. The
emphasis of these talks was on the important interactions among institutional capability,
community involvement, and policy frameworks in directing initiatives for sustainable river
restoration creative strategies to take into account.