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WPU Hosts World Pangolin Day, Uniting Schools and Conservationists for Wildlife Protection
Western Philippines University (WPU) marked World Pangolin Day: Youth Legacy for Pangolin Conservation with a vibrant celebration, bringing together conservationists, educators, and students to raise awareness about one of the world’s most trafficked mammals—the pangolin. WPU President Dr. Amabel Liao, Atty. Teodoro Jose Matta, Executive Director of the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD), and Read more
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WPU Procurement Office Adopts Sustainable, Green Public Procurement Practices
In line with the Government Procurement Policy Board (GPPB) Resolution No. 19-2013 and the Philippine Green Public Procurement (GPP) Roadmap, the Western Philippines University Procurement Office has been directed to prioritize the implementation of Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) and Green Public Procurement (GPP) practices. This directive aims to ensure that all procurement processes within the Read more
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WPU Strengthens Sustainability Efforts, Bans Single-Use Plastics in Campus Biz and Food Services
Western Philippines University has announced a new directive limiting the use of single-use plastics within its campuses as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The policy applies to all in-campus businesses operating under the Income Generating Projects (IGP) Office and to food and beverage suppliers managed through the Procurement Office and 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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Palawan town ties up with WPU for Sustainable Aquaculture and River Systems Conservation
In a landmark step towards environmental conservation and sustainable resource management, the Municipality of Dumaran, Palawan has tapped the Western Philippines University (WPU) in the implementation of the recently approved Ordinance No. 2023-1010. The ordinance officially declares the Ilian River and other river systems in the town, along with the Macrobrachium shrimp population, as protected Read more
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#GlobalGoals2030 | WPU Integrates Sustainability Education and Action to Tackle Local and Global Challenges
As part of its commitment toward achieving the #GlobalGoals2030, Western Philippines University (WPU) has made sustainability education a core part of its curriculum across all programs, equipping students with knowledge of the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With instructors integrating SDG-focused discussions and lectures in the class, students are made familiar with the Read more
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WPU Agricultural, Biosystems Eng’g Students Lead Mangrove Planting to Celebrate ABE Fest 2024
In a meaningful effort to promote environmental conservation, the PSABE-Pre-Professional Group WPU Chapter spearheaded a mangrove planting activity as part of this year’s ABE Fest 2024 celebrations on April 8, 2024. Held with enthusiastic participation from students, faculty, staff, and student leaders from the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (BSABE) program, 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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Mapua University Partners with WPU on D-HIVE 4B Project to Strengthen Palawan’s Health and Disaster Resilience
Western Philippines University (WPU) has joined forces with Mapua University in bringing the “Development of Health Index and Vulnerability Reduction System for Region 4B” (D-HIVE 4B Capital) initiative to Palawan, enhancing health resilience and vulnerability reduction for communities across the MIMAROPA region. As a partner institution for this pivotal research project, WPU plays a critical 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
