Climate Action at San Juan National Historic Site

🌟 It's Day 7 of #NationalParkWeek and today we're focusing on the incredible work happening at San Juan National Historic Site and Friends of San Juan National Historic Site with our dynamic duo, Rangers Kina and Carlos, alongside our stellar ACE interns! 🌿👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

Today at the historic San Juan Forts, our focus shifts from mere observation to active preservation. This iconic fortress, a cornerstone of Puerto Rican heritage, faces threats from the escalating impacts of climate change—think big storms and rising seas! 🌊🏰
Here's where our bright young students step in! Challenged to think like engineers, they're cooking up smart, sustainable solutions to fortify our forts. Barrier enhancements? Check. Structural innovations? You bet. New, weather-resistant materials? Absolutely. These ideas aren't just projects; they're potential lifelines for historic sites and future cities alike. 🛠️🌍
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We're rolling out their projects to a panel of experts today—engineers and city planners are all ears. Let's cheer on these young problem-solvers who are bridging history and innovation for a safer, more resilient tomorrow! 👏🎉

#ProtectOurParks #EngineeringOurFuture #SanJuanNHS #ClimateAction 

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