Work has started on a major upgrade of El Salvador’s Roberto Quiñónez National School of Agriculture, backed by more than $7.5 million from the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) announced. The project will modernize facilities that serve 1,000 students, parents, teachers, and staff directly, with benefits reaching over 200,000 residents across 15 municipalities in La Libertad, Sonsonate, and Santa Ana.
The work includes renovating five main buildings where modern classrooms with up-to-date technology will be installed. Crews will also fix roofs on more than 75 buildings, replacing asbestos roofing, gutters, and adding waterproofing throughout the campus.
The standout piece of the project is a photovoltaic plant going into the laboratory building, making the school a pioneer in educational energy sustainability. The solar installation will cut operating costs and serve as a hands-on laboratory for students in the new engineering programs. Workers will also waterproof the existing roof slab and install air conditioning equipment.
The school plans to welcome students from across Central America, positioning El Salvador as a regional leader in agro-industrial education. CABEI says the support reflects its commitment to educational development in member countries and represents more than just infrastructure—it’s an investment in the future of higher education and improving people’s quality of life.
