Ateneo and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
The University has started a number of initiatives in order to promote the preservation and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems. The public showing of the documentary "Bird of Prey" at the Arete, which examined the environmental, sociocultural, and economic challenges surrounding the protection of the Philippine eagle, was one such endeavor.
In addition, the University and the Energy Development Company developed an arboretum on the campus. One of the University's many initiatives to preserve and improve current ecosystems is the Arboretum, which strives to preserve endangered native tree species.
SDG 15: Balancing Support for Land Ecosystems and Waste Management
Analysis of SDG 15 trends reveals varying support for land ecosystems through education, action, and waste disposal. Education saw strong emphasis in 2022 but decreased in impact in 2023. Action for land ecosystems improved in 2022 but declined in 2023, warranting further investigation. Land-sensitive waste disposal practices improved but slightly dipped in 2023, indicating the need for ongoing efforts to safeguard land ecosystems.
Support for land ecosystems through action surged from 2021 to 2022 but declined in 2023. Policies address sustainable land use, conservation, restoration, species monitoring, and collaboration for shared land ecosystems. Progress in 2022 was followed by a decline in 2023, necessitating analysis for improvement.
Land-sensitive waste disposal improved significantly from 2021 to 2022 but slightly dipped in 2023. Policies cover water discharge, plastic waste reduction, and hazardous waste disposal. While there was progress, the slight 2023 decline underscores the importance of focusing on minimizing the impact on land ecosystems.
News and Features
Dr. Emmanuel Delocado assumes post as Country Manager of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network – Philippines
Dr. Emmanuel Delocado of the Loyola Schools' Department of Biology and the Ateneo Institute of Sustainability (AIS) officially assumed the post of Country Manager of the Sustainable Development Solutions Network – Philippines (SDSN PH) on September 7, 2022.
Magis Aspiration to Become a Laudato Si’ University (Memo U2223-023)
(Memo U2223-023) Pursuant to Section 3, Article III of the Corporation’s By-Laws, the Board of Trustees requests from the University community nominations of candidates for consideration and (re-)election to the Board.
Appointment of Assistant Vice Presidents in the Mission Integration Cluster (Memo U2223-020)
(Memo U2223-020) Upon the recommendation of Mr Rizalino D Rivera, Vice President for Mission Integration, I am pleased to appoint the following Assistant Vice Presidents (AVP) with the following terms in connection with the on-going functional organization in the Mission Integration cluster
Crossroad to 2030: Reviewing and recalibrating the SDGs roadmap of the Philippines
We cordially invite you to the public plenary entitled “Crossroad to 2030: Reviewing and recalibrating the SDGs roadmap of the Philippines”. The plenary shall explore...
Data Collection for the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings (Memo U2223-012)
(Memo U2223-012) The Vice President for Mission Integration (VPMI), assisted by the Strategy and Quality Management Office (SQMO), will be leading the effort to address gaps that are relevant and important to us as a university.
