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By Allan Mauro V. Marfal, DOST-STII

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Philippine Renewables Corporation (PNOC RC), heralding the installation of a state-of-the-art Photovoltaic (PV) rooftop system at the DOST main building.

This unprecedented collaboration between DOST and PNOC RC signifies a major stride towards adoption of renewable energy as a bold step towards addressing the negative impact of climate change. The two institutions have joined forces to usher in the implementation of a solar PV rooftop facility at the DOST Central Office in Bicutan, Taguig City. This innovative venture will be executed through a lease-to-own framework, spanning a cooperative term of 15 years.

Under this project, PNOC RC will assume the responsibility of installing a 100 kWp solar PV rooftop facility at the DOST Central Office building that houses the departments various executive offices. The noteworthy aspect of this endeavor is that it entails zero upfront costs for the DOST Central Office. The entire project will be financed by PNOC RC. In a show of commitment, the DOST Central Office will, within 60 calendar days of the MoA signing, provide a security deposit equivalent to two months' worth of monthly payments, totaling Php 217,000.

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The Top 20 contenders for the STARBOOKS Whiz Bee ponder their answers during the semifinals round of the competition held at Governor Ferrer Memorial Integrated National High School on September 28, 2023.

Students from Governor Ferrer Memorial Integrated National High School (GFMINHS) showcased their intellectual prowess during the first-ever Department of Science and Technology-Science and Technology Information Institute (DOST-STII) STARBOOKS Whiz Bee in General Trias, Cavite.

"It was historic on the part of Governor Ferrer Memorial Integrated National High School to host and, at the same time, conduct this kind of very important activity," said Dr. Ramy R. Dalida, Principal IV of GFMINHS, in his opening remarks. "Thank you so much, DOST-STII, for this opportunity na ibinigay niyo po sa amin, sa aming mga teachers at sa aming mga learners."

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DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. gives the Welcome Remarks during the 9th DOST Balik Scientist Convention at Clark, Pampanga.

A total of 45 Balik Scientists were recognized together with their respective host institutions during the 9th Annual Balik Scientist Program (BSP) Convention on 27 September 2023 at the Quest Plus Conference Center, Clark, Pampanga.

The BSP Convention is an annual gathering of Balik Scientists, host institutions, and stakeholders that showcases the accomplishments and contributions of currently engaged Balik Scientists in the advancement of science, technology, and innovation. In addition to the plenary presentations, this year’s Convention also featured poster exhibits by select Balik Scientists and generated discussions on timely topics related to climate

smart agriculture, health security and health system resilience, and policy and practical applications of artificial intelligence.

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On September 18, 2023, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) of the Philippines hosted the 16th Protocol of the Joint Commission of Science and Technology (JCMST) at the Crimson Hotel, Alabang. The delegates from the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) of the People's Republic of China, led by Vice-Minister Zhang Guangjun, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Undersecretary Leah J. Buendia, Ph.D., for the warm welcome extended by the Philippines and preparations made for the meeting.

The meeting was graced by a keynote video message from the Philippine Ambassador in China, H.E. Ambassador Jaime FlorCruz. He noted that Science, Technology and Innovation are an important driver of the national and global socio-economic developments thus, he hoped that the Philippines and China can continue sharing scientific knowledge and technological innovations. In his keynote video message, Chinese Ambassador in the Philippines, H.E. Ambassador Huang Xilian said that Science and Technology development is a key driving force for human progress. He also suggested that the Philippines and China should focus on further expanding cooperation on people-to-people exchanges, joint laboratory building, technology transfer, and poverty reduction.