Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action focuses on taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. Western Philippines University contributes to this goal by integrating environmental sustainability, climate awareness, disaster risk reduction, and resource management into its institutional planning, academic programs, research, and community extension initiatives. The university promotes climate-responsive land use and infrastructure planning by considering environmental conditions, climate-related hazards, and disaster risks in the development and management of its campuses. Through research and extension activities, WPU also advances knowledge on climate change adaptation, environmental protection, sustainable agriculture and fisheries, and the conservation of natural ecosystems. It further encourages students, employees, and partner communities to participate in environmental education, conservation activities, and initiatives that strengthen local resilience to climate-related challenges. By combining scientific knowledge, sustainable resource management, and community engagement, WPU supports efforts to reduce environmental risks and build climate-resilient communities. These initiatives align with SDG 13’s objectives of strengthening resilience to climate-related hazards, integrating climate considerations into planning, and improving climate change education and awareness.
Our initiatives
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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
Policies
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Anti-Harassment
WPU upholds Republic Act No. 7877, or the Anti-Sexual Harassment Act of 1995, Republic Act No. 11313, or the Safe Spaces Act, and Republic Act No. 9262, or the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act. Through these laws, the university demonstrates its commitment to protecting the rights, safety, and dignity of all members of…