Overview
Sorsogon State University values life on land and is committed to its conservation, protection, and restoration. Whether it involves terrestrial ecosystems, forests, mountains, or other areas, the university is dedicated to conducting research and studies aimed at reducing land degradation and loss of biodiversity.
Furthermore, a strong commitment to protecting life on land contributes to creating a healthy living environment. SorSU promotes responsible recycling, proper solid waste management, a locally-based diet, and sustainable farming practices.
The university proudly advocates for research-based eco-tourism opportunities that prevent disturbances to wildlife and biodiversity while enhancing the research sites. SorSU is part of the provincial institutions that support healthy ecosystems by adhering to local and national government regulations and policies.
FEATURED STORY
Engβr Oscar Peter D. Pascual participates in APCoRE 2023 Hybrid International Conference
Engβr Oscar Peter D. Pascual, a dedicated researcher and professor of Sorsogon State University Castilla Campus, recently participated in the APCoRE 2023 Hybrid International Conference held from August 29 to 31, 2023, in the beautiful city of Bandung, West Java, Indonesia. The conference, organized by the Asia-Pacific Consortium of Researchers and Educators (APCORE) in partnership with Quezon City University, Abra State Institute of Science and Technology, Politeknik Piksi Ganesha, Academic International Consortium of Indonesia, SEAMEO-TED, and SEAMEO CECCEP, revolved around the theme “Sustainable Research and Education: Trajectories, Hopes, Alarms, and Expectations.”
Highlights
Supporting land ecosystems through education
Events about sustainable use of land
Sustainably farmed food on campus
Maintain and extend current ecosystems’ biodiversity
Educational programmes on ecosystems (1) (2)
Sustainable management of land for agriculture | 2022 | 2023 |
Sustainable management of land for tourism (educational outreach)
Supporting land ecosystems through action
Sustainable use, conservation and restoration of land (policy) | 2022 | 2023 |
Monitoring IUCN and other conservation species (policies)
Local biodiversity included in planning and development
Alien species impact reduction policies
Collaboration for shared land ecosystems
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Land sensitive waste disposal
Water discharge guidelines and standards
Policy on plastic waste reduction
Policy on hazardous waste disposal (1) (2)