Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) was the sole Philippine higher education institution to receive special recognition at the Sustainable Energy Awards 2024 from the Department of Energy (DOE) for its contributions to sustainable energy development. MMSU Vice President for Resource Generation and Management Bjorn Santos accepted the award on behalf of MMSU, highlighting its commitment to promoting renewable energy technologies and supporting the nation's sustainable energy goals. MMSU's long-standing partnership with the DOE dates back to the 1980s, and the university has been instrumental in leading various renewable energy initiatives, including bioethanol research and capacity-building programs.
MARIANO Marcos State University was the only Philippine higher education institution recognized for its contributions to sustainable energy development at the Sustainable Energy Awards 2024.The special recognition for the Ilocos Norte-based HEI from the Department of Energy was accepted by MMSU Vice President for Resource Generation and Management Bjorn Santos on behalf of MMSU Officer-in-Charge President Prima Fe Franco.
Santos described the recognition as a 'milestone not only for MMSU but also for the country's renewable energy efforts.' Mariano Marcos State University is the only Philippine higher education institution to receive special recognition at the Sustainable Energy Awards 2024 from the Department of Energy for its contributions to sustainable energy development during the awarding ceremony at the Makati Diamond Residences on Dec. 12, 2024. MMSU PHOTO'The award makes MMSU even more committed to promoting renewable energy technologies and contributing to the nation's sustainable energy goals,' Santos said.Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla noted that showcasing various institutions' achievements inspires greater support for sustainability, encourages innovation, and accelerates the country's shift to cleaner and greener energy.Jesslyn Keith Valite of the MMSU Strategic Commination Office said MMSU's partnership with the DOE dates back to the 1980s with the establishment of the Affiliated Renewable Energy Center.Valite noted that over the years, MMSU, home to the National Bioenergy Research and Innovation Center, has led several renewable energy initiatives, including bioethanol research and capacity-building programs to help local government units adopt sustainable energy practices.Thanking DOE, MMSU Vice President for Research, Development and Innovation Nathaniel Alibuyog underscored the importance of their partnership in advancing renewable energy efforts in Northern Luzon and beyond.Alibuyog also reaffirmed the university's commitment to collaborating on projects that drive renewable energy initiatives.Several like-minded organizations were also recognized for their contributions to a clean and sustainable energy future during the ceremony at the Makati Diamond Residences on Dec. 12, 2024: Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities, GIZ GmbH, the European Union's Access to Sustainable Energy Program, UNDP's Dreams project, the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership, Sabang Renewable Energy Corp. the Pineapple Fiber Processing Facility in Negros Occidental, and USAid Philippines.Valite said that these organizations share the same dedication to advancing a cleaner, greener and more sustainable energy future for the Philippines and beyond.'The new recognition strengthens the role of MMSU in helping Northern Philippines move toward cleaner, more sustainable energy,' she added.
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