Hydro Argentina was part of the building improvement works in the Rural School N° 331 of the Guatambú Colony, located in the province of Misiones, by donating windows and doors for the school. The initiative is part of a collaborative effort of various companies and individuals committed to the development of education in rural communities.
On 5 March, with the start of the 2025 school year, the official inauguration of the works to improve the school took place, with the participation of the Mayor of Mojón Grande and the authorities of the Education Council. The committed works are in their final phase, although there are still details to be completed. At the same time, the construction of a small storage room, requested by the headmistress of the school, has begun.
Hydro Argentina, made a donation of 540 kg of aluminium profiles, which were delivered and processed with the collaboration of Resalum Hydro distributor in Misiones and Resistencia, which were used for the installation of openings in the establishment, improving building conditions and contributing to the thermal and acoustic comfort of students and teachers.
In addition to Hydro Argentina, The project has had the valuable collaboration of new donors, such as Continental Urbana, G&D Developers, Dr. Miguel Rubén Judais, Mrs. Irma Estela Sommerfelt, among others. Companies and individuals who have been present from the beginning, such as CBSe, MIMAT, BiBANK, ABARCA, Servicentros Oberá, Martin Bodas, Adrián Moraes, Raúl Kerps and Jorge Antúnez Vega, have also renewed their support, which has allowed the works to continue moving forward successfully.
Eduardo Juliá, Hydro Argentina's General Manager said: “We are committed to making a positive impact on communities. Together with our area distributor, Resalum, and through the invitation of the NGO Acción Sustentable, we had the opportunity to participate in the restoration of this school, providing new openings that improve the quality of life, thus creating a healthier learning environment for students and teachers. This action drives us and reflects the values that guide our company: Courage, Collaboration and Care. These values have no hierarchical order and are deeply interconnected: you cannot collaborate without caring, nor have courage without collaborating. It is a virtuous circle that encourages and directs our actions”.”
Danilo Antoniazzi, director of Sustainable Action, The NGO leading this valuable initiative, he said: «This project not only aims to improve the building conditions of the school, but also to contribute to the growth of the community. The collaboration between companies and committed individuals has been fundamental to achieve this progress, and we continue to work to offer the children of Colonia Guatambú a more dignified educational environment.»
Victoria Wasserman, Commercial Manager of Hydro Argentina, he said: «We are very proud to be able to contribute to the development of education in rural areas such as Colonia Guatambú. At Hydro Argentina we firmly believe in the importance of social inclusion and equal opportunities, and through these types of initiatives, we seek to generate a positive impact in the neediest communities. Education is the path to a better future, and we are honoured to support projects that make a difference in the lives of children and their families.»
The project, which has required an investment of more than $90,000,000, has been possible thanks to the joint work of the aforementioned companies and individuals, who have joined in this shared dream, called «Ascending Social Mobility». Despite the economic challenges and high construction costs, the commitment of all those involved has been fundamental to carry out this important work.Hydro Argentina is especially grateful to Daniel Litaveez, head of Resalum, for his constant support and vision of social responsibility in action. giving us the possibility to participate in this project, which will undoubtedly leave a significant mark on the lives of the students, teachers and families of the community of Colonia Guatambú.
About Hydro Argentina
Hydro is the only company with a complete value chain in the global aluminium sector, with activities in forty countries around the world. Combining local expertise, global reach and unrivalled R&D capabilities, our 35,000 employees create innovative aluminium solutions across the entire value chain worldwide. The purpose is to create a more viable society by developing natural resources into products and solutions in an innovative and efficient way. It is present in a wide range of market segments in aluminium, energy, metal recycling, renewable energies and batteries, offering a unique wealth of knowledge and competence. Hydro Extrusion Argentina is the first aluminium plant in the country to be certified according to the ASI Performance Standard, which aims to ensure that the principles of sustainability and human rights are increasingly integrated into supply chains. In addition, it holds the certifications: ISO 9001; 14001 and 45001, and Qualicoat. It currently operates one of the most technically advanced extrusion presses in Latin America.
About Acción Sustentable NGO
Acción Sustentable NGO is currently exploring opportunities to contribute to projects that improve learning environments and foster the development and inclusion of children and young people. The organisation is dedicated to providing sustainable solutions that have a lasting impact on communities, working closely with a range of organisations and stakeholders. It aims to build a more sustainable and equitable future for all through initiatives that promote equal opportunity and holistic development.
