ACES News Archives - Ateneo de Zamboanga University https://adzu.edu.ph/category/aces-news/ Ateneo de Zamboanga University Website Fri, 10 Apr 2026 06:05:33 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://adzu.edu.ph/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/cropped-ateneo_de_zamboanga_university_seal_favicon-32x32.png ACES News Archives - Ateneo de Zamboanga University https://adzu.edu.ph/category/aces-news/ 32 32 Envi-Action Summit Mobilizes Zamboanga Academe for Sustainable Waste Management https://adzu.edu.ph/envi-action-summit-mobilizes-zamboanga-academe-for-sustainable-waste-management/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:21:20 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=41125 In a decisive step toward addressing Zamboanga City’s escalating solid waste challenge, Ateneo de Zamboanga University, through Ateneo Center for Environment and Sustainability (ACES), united academic partners for the Envi-Action Summit: Building Sustainable Campuses through Collective Action,” a two-day seminar workshop that aims to develop a shared, research-driven Solid Waste Management Action Framework for Zamboanga […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Session on Cleanliness and Health in the Community and Coastal Cleanup with JJC – AdZU https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-session-on-cleanliness-and-health-in-the-community-and-coastal-cleanup-with-jjc-adzu/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:39:59 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=39065 On February 13, ACES joined forces with the Junior Jaycees Chamber – AdZU Chapter for a meaningful day of action and education in Barangay Limpapa. ACES helped facilitate a coastal cleanup and an interactive session on “Kalinisan at Kalusugan sa Komunidad.” This initiative is vital promoting the link between a clean environment and community health. […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Tree Growing Activity with the Senior High School Unit https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-tree-growing-activity-with-the-senior-high-school-unit/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 07:01:11 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38719 On February 6 and 7, ACES joined hands with the Senior High School Unit for a two-day tree planting drive, nurturing the future of two vital sites. We started in the community of Barangay Limpapa and continued the green mission at the protected Pasonanca Natural Park – ASEAN Heritage Park. ACES was privileged to facilitate […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Waste Analysis and Characterization Study https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-waste-analysis-and-characterization-study/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:32:11 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38535 On October 31, ACES partnered with the ECOWATCH Organization for a hands-on Waste Analysis and Characterization Study (WACS). This essential activity provided critical, data-driven insights into the specific composition of our campus waste stream. Understanding what we discard is the first vital step toward creating smarter, more effective waste reduction and segregation programs right here […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Ocular Visit and Monitoring at ADZU’s Adopted Watershed in Pasonanca Natural Park https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-ocular-visit-and-monitoring-at-adzus-adopted-watershed-in-pasonanca-natural-park/ Mon, 26 Jan 2026 01:09:36 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38409 Last January 24, 2026, the ACES team conducted an ocular visit and monitoring at ADZU–Adopted Watershed located within the Pasonanca Natural Heritage Park. This watershed serves as the main source of potable water and a designated Key Biodiversity Area in Zamboanga City. This community-based reforestation initiative, implemented under the DENR’s Adopt-a-Watershed Program, aims to rehabilitate […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Bamboo Propagation with JJC https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-bamboo-propagation-with-jjc/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:09:13 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38387 On January 17, 2026, ACES joined the Junior Jaycees Chamber – ADZU Chapter in supporting their activity, “Kaway-an: Bamboo Propagation,” held at the ADZU Nursery Garden. This youth-led initiative focused on hands-on bamboo propagation. ACES was privileged to serve as a resource partner, sharing expertise on sustainable bamboo propagation techniques. The activity resulted in producing […]

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]]> ACES Corner | JET Fellowship Community Roadshow https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-jet-fellowship-community-roadshow/ Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:04:11 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38380 The Ateneo Center for Environment and Sustainability (ACES) joined the Alternative Law Groups, Inc. (ALG) in the launch of the community roadshow, “Power, People, and Protection: A Community Roadshow on Coal, Environment, and Community Rights.” This activity was implemented under ALG’s Just Energy Transition (JET) Fellowship Program and conducted in partnership with the Social Development […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Building Partnerships for a Resilient Future https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-building-partnerships-for-a-resilient-future/ Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:21:31 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38373 Last January 9, 2026, we had the privilege of meeting with a group of dedicated Grade 12 STEM students from Zamboanga City High School Main. Their visit underscores the importance of fostering collaboration between academic institutions and community-focused projects. The students are developing innovative research on disaster risk reduction, and we were pleased to discuss […]

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]]> ACES successfully participated in the Community-Led Disaster Risk Management (CLDRM) Workshop held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia last December 2025 https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-successfully-participated-in-the-community-led-disaster-risk-management-cldrm-workshop-held-in-phnom-penh-cambodia-last-december-2025/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:27:25 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38356 ACES Program Officer Ms. Shareeka Villamer successfully participated in the Community-Led Disaster Risk Management (CLDRM) Workshop held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia from December 8–11, 2025, organized by Jesuit Mission Australia. The four-day regional workshop convened partners from Jesuit-supported community development projects to deepen their understanding of community-led approaches to disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, […]

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]]> ACES Corner | Monthly Monitoring Report: Reforestation Efforts in Simariki Island https://adzu.edu.ph/aces-corner-monthly-monitoring-report-reforestation-efforts-in-simariki-island/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:16:55 +0000 https://adzu.edu.ph/?p=38341 Today, January 13, 2025, the ACES Team conducted its regular monthly monitoring visit in the reforestation area along the coastal zone of Simariki Island, Barangay Talon-Talon, focusing on assessing the status and progress of the existing mangrove farms and nursery establishments. This activity aimed to evaluate the condition, growth, and management practices of the planted […]

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