Last Friday, students from the Agricultural Engineering Degree at the Polytechnic University of Cartagena (UPCT) took part in a technical visit to explore various hydraulic infrastructures related to irrigation in the Levante region, as well as the development of the European Life H2OLOCK project.
Throughout the day, the students visited the Casamata pumping station and several distribution and plot irrigation chambers, gaining direct insight into the technical and operational challenges faced by the agricultural sector in the efficient use of water.
The key moment of the visit was the stop at the La Jeresa reservoir, a facility where the Life H2OLOCK project is being implemented. This project focuses on applying innovative technologies to reduce water losses and improve energy efficiency in irrigation systems.
During the visit, the students showed great interest, asked many questions, and were especially impressed by the level of technological innovation applied to the sustainable management of resources. Seeing such advanced solutions in action reinforced their understanding of the role of engineering in modern water management.
These types of activities help bring the reality of the field closer to the classroom and highlight the crucial role of agricultural engineering in the transition towards a more efficient, sustainable, and climate-resilient agriculture.
The H2OLOCK team is grateful for the students’ interest and their commitment to responsible water management.