Category SDG 13 – CLIMATE ACTION

Acknowledging the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, SorSU has undertaken various climate change mitigation activities to support its commitment as a carbon-neutral university. SorSU has implemented community livelihood development, coastal and upland protection projects, critical resilient infrastructure assessment and implementation, widespread solid waste management, marine conservation, beach restoration, coastal governance, road sharing, and non-motorized mobility initiatives. The university values edible landscaping, renewable energy and conservation efforts, and recycling programs. SorSU also participates in the annual Earth Hour, and practices eco-governance through its policies.

LOOK | ☘️ New Chapter Blooms: Sorsogon State University – Castilla Campus Launches ‘Lead4Green’ 4-H Club

Sorsogon State University Castilla Campus has officially welcomed a vibrant addition to its community with the establishment of Lead4Green, a brand-new 4-H club organization. The club marked a major milestone recently by hosting its second orientation and accreditation event for…

SorSU and LGU-Prieto Diaz Sign Agreement to Boost Disaster Preparedness

On September 29, 2025, Sorsogon State University (SorSU) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Prieto Diaz signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) at the Municipal Hall, Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon, formalizing their partnership to support Disaster Risk Reduction and Management…

SorSU-Bulan Campus leads International Coastal Clean-Up Day

In celebration of this year’s International Coastal Clean-Up Day, students, government officials, and community partners gathered on September 19, 2025, at the Sabang Park Area, Barangay Zone 2, Bulan, Sorsogon to take part in a coastal clean-up drive aimed at…

3 SorSU faculty engage in 4-day 2025 Indigenous Knowledge, Co-governance, and Nature-based Solution Workshop in Taiwan

Three faculty members from Sorsogon State University (SorSU), namely Prof. Saturnino C. Carranza (Director, DRRM&CC), Arch. Garner Ted O. Olavere, and Ms. Justeen Frances Manuel-Hollon actively engaged in the four-day 2025 Indigenous Knowledge, Co-governance, and Nature-based Solution Workshop, held from…

SorSU – Castilla Campus’ DRRMC Spearheads 3rd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill

In its continued commitment to promote disaster preparedness and safety awareness, Sorsogon State University – Castilla Campus successfully conducted the 3rd Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) on September 11, 2025.The drill was spearheaded by the Office of the Disaster…

President Geraldine De Jesus Elected as Vice President for Luzon of SUC-ACAP

In a significant milestone for Sorsogon State University (SorSU), President Geraldine De Jesus has been elected as the Vice President for Luzon of the State Universities and Colleges – Association of Colleges of Agriculture in the Philippines (SUC-ACAP), Inc. during…

SorSU, NSTP, Khayah International, and Community Volunteers Unite for Tree Planting Drive in Brgy. Buhatan to Promote Climate Action

In a united effort to combat climate change and promote sustainable environmental practices, Sorsogon State University’s Office of Extension and Training Services (SorSU-OET), the National Service Training Program (SorSU-NSTP), and forty South Korean volunteers from Khayah International organized a tree-planting…

SorSU, Khayah International Sign MOU to Promote Climate Action and Youth Volunteering

In a joint effort to promote global cooperation and encourage youth to take part in international climate initiatives, Sorsogon State University (SorSU), through the Office of Extension and Training Services (OET), and Khayah International, held an Expository Exchange and Cultural…

SorSU, Tanggol Kalikasan engage in exploratory meeting to establish Institute of Environmental Governance

Sorsogon State University (SorSU), headed by SUC President III, Dr. Geraldine F. De Jesus, and Tanggol Kalikasan (TK), a public interest environmental law office with 37 years of legal and education-related work in the country, engaged in an exploratory meeting…