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 joins The West Philippines Sea ‘ATIN ITO!’ Mural Painting Competition 2024.
WPU participated in The West Philippine Sea ‘ATIN ITO!’ Mural Painting Competition 2024, held at Holy Trinity University, Puerto Princesa City on September 21-22, 2024. The event was organized by People’s Empowerment Against Crime Elements in Palawan (PEACE-Palawan) together with 6th Civil Relations Group, KADRE Palawan, JCI Kiao, PIGLAS Palawan, NICA IVB, PTF-ELCAC, WESCOM Defense… Read more
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College of Fisheries and Natural Sciences Hosts Successful EMERGE Project Workshop, Advancing Marine Governance in Palawan with Leading Experts
The College of Fisheries and Natural Sciences (CFiNS) hosted the orientation and planning workshop of the ACIAR-funded project Enhancing Marine Environmental and Resource Governance in Indonesia and the Philippines (EMERGE) for the sites in Palawan at the Puerto Princesa Campus on Aug 8-9, 2024. With a significant focus on fisheries and coral reefs, this project… Read more
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WPU-ATBI leads Livelihood Training on Aquaculture and Agri-Natural Farming
The Western Philippines University – Agribusiness Technology and Business Incubation (WPU-ATBI) Team joined forces with the Tactical Operations Wing West (TOW West) and the Philippine Army Finance Center Producers Integrated Cooperative (PAFCPIC) Palawan Satellite Office to conduct a two-day Training-Workshop on Potential Livelihood Programs on August 1–2, 2024, at the WPU Puerto Princesa City Campus.… Read more
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Dr. Creencia Represents WPU at National Seaweed Stakeholders Consultation
Dr. Lota A. Creencia from the College of Fisheries and Natural Sciences represented the University at the National Seaweed Stakeholders Consultation on the Implementation of the Philippine Seaweed Industry Roadmap (2022-2026) held on July 9-10, 2024, in Quezon City. Read more
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When the Sea Turns Red: WPU Helps Community Learn to Fight Back
TAYTAY, PALAWAN – The College of Fisheries and Natural Sciences (CFiNS) of Western Philippines University successfully conducted a community seminar-workshop on managing and preventing Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs) in Barangay Pancol on June 28, 2024, reaching 40 adult participants from the fishing community. The event, held under the “Aquatic Biodiversity and Ecosystem Management” extension program… Read more
