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 Co-hosts AGRI-TALK 2023: Empowering Students with Hands-On Training in Modern Agriculture
The “AGRI-TALK 2023” held from October 26-27, 2023 at WPU-Main in Aborlan, unified students, faculty, and industry leaders in an immersive experience designed to introduce modern agricultural technology to aspiring professionals. This year’s event, “Kubota-Saka Agritalk 2023: Tractor, Combine Harvester, and Transplanter Training,” was organized in partnership with Agri Component Corporation, Kubota Philippines, and the… Read more
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WPU-ABE, RTN Mining Corp Empowers Local Communities with New Coconut Husk Processing Technology
In a recent breakthrough for environmental sustainability and community empowerment, Rio Tuba Nickel Mining Corporation (RTN), in partnership with Western Philippines University’s Department of Agricultural Biosystems Engineering, successfully produced its first “coconet” and “cocolog” using newly acquired production equipment developed by the university. These eco-friendly materials, crafted from locally sourced coconut husk, represent an innovative… Read more
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WPU Kicks Off 4th Int’l Confab on the West Philippine Sea with Global Insights on Sustainability and Inclusive Growth
The 4th International Conference on the West Philippine Sea, a highly anticipated biennial event organized by Western Philippines University (WPU) in collaboration with its distinguished partners, opened to enthusiastic participation from researchers and practitioners around the globe from August 24-25, 2023 held at Puerto Princessa, Palawan. This year’s theme, “Nurturing People and Environment, Strengthening Governance… Read more
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WPU-CAFES, DAR-Palawan Lead Planning Workshop for Aborlan Coop
The WPU College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES), through its Agribusiness Department, conducted a Training-Workshop on “Drafting and Developing a Strategic Development Plan” for the Aborlan Food Processors Agriculture Cooperative (AFPAC). The event was in partnership with the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)–Palawan under CAFES-Agribusiness’ Resource-based Enterprise Development (RED) Extension Program. The activity… Read more
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DOST-MIMAROPA and Western Philippines University Conduct Drone Mapping Training for Agriculture
To strengthen the use of science and technology in local agricultural planning, the Department of Science and Technology–MIMAROPA (DOST-MIMAROPA), in partnership with the Western Philippines University (WPU), conducted a Drone Mapping Training for Agricultural Applications from September 3–5, 2024, in Dumaran, Palawan. The activity forms part of the Innovation, Science and Technology for Accelerating Regional… Read more
