Following the Project Fair and after a comprehensive assessment process, the jury for Fundación Vicente Lucci Award selected 5 winning initiatives for this first edition, which will receive funding to further the development outlined in their proposals.
Winning Projects: Educational Initiatives with Real Impact
De la Tierra a la Mesa [From Farm to Table]
Francisco Narciso Laprida Elementary School (San Rafael – Lules, Tucumán)
A comprehensive sustainable school initiative that combines a vegetable garden, composting, and animal production. With a focus on circular economy and hands-on learning, it stands out for integrating education, production, and community in rural settings, creating a replicable model of sustainable development.
Hongos de Malhoja [Mushrooms from Sugarcane Waste]
Jorge Palacios Agro-Technical School (Santa Clara – Famaillá, Tucumán)
A project that turns sugarcane waste into a substrate for growing edible mushrooms. The initiative transforms an environmental problem into a productive opportunity, promoting circular economy and the development of technical skills with real impact.
Travesía Berni. Eco Artística [Berni Eco-Artistic Journey]
Barrio Aeropuerto High School (Cevil Pozo, Tucumán)
An initiative addressing climate change through art, using murals and audiovisual productions inspired by the painter Antonio Berni. It stands out for integrating environmental education and artistic expression, raising awareness and strengthening community engagement through an innovative approach.
Huerta Hidropónica Escolar [School Hydroponic Vegetable Garden]
Robustiano Manero Elementary School No. 4311 (Colonia Santa Rosa, Salta)
A project to grow soilless vegetables by means of hydroponics to supply the school cafeteria. It promotes efficient water use, the production of healthy food, and hands-on learning in educational settings.
Huerta Orgánica Escolar [School Organic Vegetable Garden]
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Elementary School (El Duraznito, Tucumán)
Development of a school vegetable garden with a focus on biodiversity, recycling, and responsible consumption. This initiative promotes sustainable habits and direct contact with nature, reinforcing meaningful learning in the early stages of education.
Project Fair: The Event That Brought Together the Finalist Schools
On June 26, the finalist schools for this Award presented their proposals at the Project Fair. The event drew more than 80 guests and was attended by officials from the provincial Department of Education and Environment of Tucumán City Council, as well as various representatives from Fundación Vicente Lucci’s partner organizations.
This assessment session featured projects from Tucumán, Salta, and Santiago del Estero, led by educational institutions at various levels, with proposals focused on sustainable production, applied innovation, circular economy, and community impact.
The selection of the winning projects was carried out by an interdisciplinary committee composed of specialists from various fields (primary production, quality and environment, auditing, and legal affairs), ensuring a transparent process based on technical, educational, and impact criteria.
Education, Sustainability and Impact
Through these initiatives, students and various educational communities participated in projects that incorporated technical knowledge and developed skills for solving real-world problems, actively contributing to the development of their communities.
“At Fundación Vicente Lucci, we celebrate the commitment, creativity, and ability of the participating teams to transform ideas into tangible actions, driving a more sustainable future through education,” said Alejandra Oviedo, Head of Fundación Vicente Lucci.
In addition, Juan Altamiranda, Primary Production Manager at Citrusvil and a member of the jury, noted: “The quality of the projects submitted demonstrates the potential that exists in our schools to generate innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Each initiative showcased commitment, collaborative work, and a sustainable perspective that transcends the educational sphere to have a positive impact on the community.”
During this first edition, 18 projects were submitted from elementary and high schools in the areas where Grupo Lucci companies operate. Eight finalists were selected to participate in the project fair, and five were named winners.