Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water focuses on conserving and sustainably using oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development. Western Philippines University contributes to this goal through its academic programs, research, and community extension initiatives that promote the sustainable management of marine and coastal ecosystems. Its efforts include fisheries and aquatic resource research, responsible aquaculture practices, marine biodiversity assessment, and the promotion of sustainable fishing and resource management. The university also supports environmental awareness, habitat conservation, and community capacity-building activities that encourage the protection of marine and coastal environments. Through collaboration with government agencies, research institutions, and local communities, WPU helps address challenges such as marine pollution, habitat degradation, overfishing, and the declining health of aquatic ecosystems. By applying scientific knowledge and sharing practical solutions, the university contributes to strengthening the sustainability of fisheries and coastal livelihoods while protecting marine biodiversity. These initiatives align with SDG 14’s objectives of reducing marine pollution, conserving coastal and marine ecosystems, promoting sustainable fisheries, and strengthening scientific research and local capacities for the responsible use of marine resources.
Our initiatives
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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 Supports “Kalayaan Handog ng Kalikasan” Exhibit, Reinforces Mission for Sustainable Development
Western Philippines University (WPU) underscored its commitment to sustainability and community engagement by showing its support during the opening of the “Kalayaan Handog ng Kalikasan” exhibit on August 23, 2023, at SM City Puerto Princesa. The event, hosted by the Kalayaan municipal government, provided a unique opportunity to deepen public awareness about the ecological and… Read more
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Western Philippines University joins DOST-MIMAROPA for Palawan’s Blue Economy, Mariculture Potential Development
A collaborative initiative to expand Palawan’s “blue economy” was held in Puerto Princesa City on October 12, 2023, gathering experts and representatives from local government units, academia, and the private sector. The consultation workshop, organized by the MIMAROPA Regional Research, Development, and Innovation Committee (RRDIC) through the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) MIMAROPA’s Provincial… Read more
