Sustainable Development Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure focuses on building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation. Western Philippines University contributes to this goal through its commitment to research and development, technological advancement, infrastructure improvement, and the practical application of knowledge to address societal and industry needs. Through its academic programs, research initiatives, and extension services, the university encourages the development and adoption of innovative technologies, supports the improvement of production processes, and promotes solutions that respond to local development challenges. It also facilitates collaboration with industries, government agencies, and community partners to strengthen technology transfer, develop locally relevant innovations, and support enterprise development. Investments in campus facilities, laboratories, digital systems, and research infrastructure further strengthen the university’s capacity to deliver quality education and generate knowledge. By connecting scientific research and technological innovation with practical applications, WPU contributes to developing more productive, sustainable, and resilient communities and industries. These efforts align with SDG 9’s objectives of improving infrastructure, advancing sustainable industrial development, strengthening research and innovation, and expanding access to technology.
Our initiatives
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WPU CET brings clean water to the Tau’t Bato tribe
Faculty members and students from WPU College of Engineering and Technology showcase the innovative water filtration system during an extension activity at Signapan Valley. Ransang, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, Palawan on April 21, 2025. Some faculty members and students of the College of Engineering and Technology (CET) – Civil Engineering Department (CED) of Western Philippines… Read more
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WPU, UTP-Malaysia Partner for Clean Water, Culture, Community in Palawan
Western Philippines University (WPU) welcomed a delegation from Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP), Malaysia, for a week-long collaboration focused on technology, culture, and community development from April 25 to 30, 2025. The visit brought together students and faculty from both universities and was made possible through the efforts of the WPU Internationalization and External Affairs Office,… Read more
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WPU Joins Global Education Conclave 2025 in India
President Dr. Amabel S. Liao headed the Western Philippines University (WPU) delegation joining education leaders from around the world at the Global Education Conclave 2025 held in Mohali, India from March 29 to 31. The event was hosted by the Chandigarh Group of Colleges–Mohali and gathered participants from over 50 countries. This year’s theme was… Read more
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WPU Establishes RIDE Office to Strengthen Inclusive Research, Innovation, Development, and Extension
Western Philippines University (WPU) has officially established the Research, Innovation, Development, and Extension (RIDE) Office, marking another milestone in its commitment to advancing knowledge creation, innovation, and inclusive community development. The creation of the RIDE Office underscores WPU’s vision of becoming a leading university in research-driven education that directly benefits the people of Palawan and… Read more
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WPU Empowers Students, Teachers Through Opportunity-Seeking Workshop
Western Philippines University (WPU) recently conducted a seminar-workshop designed to empower high school students and teachers in Barangay Irawan, Puerto Princesa City, held on November 13, 2024, at Irawan National High School. The “Seminar-Workshop on Opportunity Seeking” aimed to equip participants with practical skills in identifying and pursuing viable business opportunities. The activity was part… Read more
