Ramón Majé | Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación, Titanes Caracol 2025
The Role of Educators in Transformative Initiatives
Introduction to the Initiative
- Ramón, a leader in this initiative, emphasizes the importance of challenging other educators to foster growth and transformation.
- He believes that teachers are not just knowledge transmitters but also leaders who contribute to human development.
Innovation from Coffee Waste
- Ramón Máel Floriano introduces an initiative that transforms coffee waste into innovative solutions, merging science and technology for circular economy benefits.
- Despite Colombia being a top coffee producer with over 21,000 hectares cultivated, there is significant environmental pollution due to coffee waste—95% of the coffee mass becomes waste.
Energy Generation from Coffee Byproducts
- The project explores generating electricity through decomposing coffee pulp and mucilage.
- This energy can be used to charge batteries and power lights in rural areas lacking electricity.
Communication and Outreach Efforts
- A participant named "Mayor" discusses their role in audiovisual communication within the project called Cafel Conecta, which includes interviews and podcasts.
- The initiative impacts over 3,300 students at Montesori educational institution and serves a community of more than 165,000 residents in Vitalito Will.
Funding and Future Prospects
- Initially funded by personal resources, the project seeks additional funding through regional, national, and international events to enhance its offerings.
- Emphasizes the necessity of integrating technology into education; neglecting it could hinder children's learning progress.