ESPOL’s Faculty of Geosciences Engineering (FICT) and Holcim Ecuador held the closing ceremony and certificate presentation for the Holcim Academy 2026 (PAO I) on August 21, 2026. The event recognized civil engineering students who successfully completed this technical training program.
During the program, participants developed knowledge related to innovation, concrete technologies, and sustainability applied to construction. The modules included theoretical and practical content on concrete mixing, quality control, and low-carbon construction solutions.
The ceremony highlighted the students’ performance and the participation of instructors and organizing teams who made the Academy possible. The experience complemented the students’ university education with knowledge relevant to the current needs and transformations in the construction sector.
The initiative also addressed challenges related to reducing emissions in the construction industry and developing solutions aimed at lowering the carbon footprint. In this way, the students strengthened technical skills related to materials and processes that will be integral to their future professional practice.
The conclusion of this edition reaffirms the importance of collaboration between academia and the private sector in creating opportunities for specialized training. The partnership between ESPOL and Holcim Ecuador contributes to the development of professionals who are prepared to participate in innovation and transformation processes within the construction sector.
Authorities and representatives:
HOLCIM
The Eng. Raúl Cabrera | Head Of Innovation & Costumer Solution de Holcim Ecuador
The Eng. Christian Velasco | Coordinador de Innovación y Desarrollo de Holcim Ecuador
FICT
Eng. Kenny Escobar, Mgtr. | Associate Dean of FICT
Eng. Paulina Vilela Govea, Ph.D. | Coordinator of the Civil Engineering Program
Attendees
Eunice Lindao Caizaguano, Architect, M.Sc. | Professor and Coordinator of Civil Engineering Courses
David Valverde, Engineer, Ph.D. | Civil Engineering Professor
Juan Pablo Molina, Engineer, M.Sc. | Laboratory Technician
Carola Zavala, Industrial Designer, Mgtr. | Civil Engineering Professor
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
SDG 4: Quality Education. For strengthening students’ technical skills through complementary training linked to professional practice.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure. For promoting knowledge of innovative technologies, materials, and solutions applied to construction.
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. For strengthening cooperation between ESPOL and Holcim Ecuador to create opportunities for training and knowledge transfer.
