Round I Projects

PROJECT

Our River, Our Water

Climate

PROJECT FOCUS AREA:

Water and energy conservation, climate mitigation, and emergency preparedness, relief, and recovery

ZIP CODE(S):

92173

CONTRIBUTOR(S):

Oscar J. Romo

The Our River, Our Water campaign objective is to engage and educate community members so they can get a better understanding of the multiple issues surrounding the Tijuana River Valley in South San Diego city and county, some of which are beneficial in terms of the environmental services only found in that space. Still, others are detrimental to human and ecological health. Information will target the lowest quartile California Healthy Place Index communities most impacted by the current conditions of the Tijuana River and surrounding areas. As part of the campaign, sculptures displayed at various locations will highlight the reasons for the frequent waste-water spills and the opportunities to engage in alternative solutions. The campaign will provide supporting data, historical references, progress made, and opportunities to promote improvement through public participation.

LEARN ABOUT THE ARTIST + CULTURAL PRACTITIONERS

Oscar J. Romo

Oscar Romo graduated as an architect with master's degrees in urban planning, social housing, and computer science and doctoral studies in environmental sciences. His concentration is art, reflecting scientific discoveries and exemplifying his academic research. An advocate of sustainability, he has created hundreds of art pieces made entirely from repurposed materials. He has worked in several countries on sizeable public art structures down to miniatures, always inspired by natural systems and resource conservation. Committed to education since he was in college, he has led thousands of students to appreciate science.

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