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13/12/2025

️ ✅️ Yes to sustainable innovation! The Philippines should follow suit! ITDI-Packaging Technology Division DOST Philippines DOST ITDI DOST National Research Council of the Philippines Fullfill Zero Waste Solid Waste Management Association of the Philippines EcoWaste PH ConnecTV Back to Basics Ecostore Zero Plastic Restore Solutions Ph Quezon City Government

🌵♻️ Turning Cactus into Plastic?

Believe It!

Meet Mexican engineer Sandra Pascoe Ortiz, the visionary behind a revolutionary eco-friendly plastic made from the nopal cactus — a plant deeply rooted in Mexican culture and biodiversity. 🇲🇽💚

Her cactus-based bioplastic is:

✅ 100% biodegradable
✅ Breaks down in soil within 28 days
✅ Non-toxic and safe for marine life
✅ Made with natural ingredients like cactus juice, glycerin, and natural waxes

This innovation isn’t just sustainable — it’s scalable! With further development, it could replace single-use plastics in packaging, bags, and more.

A major step toward a plastic-free planet! 🌍✨

Imagine a world where your grocery bag vanishes naturally in a month… thanks to a cactus! 🌿

12/12/2025

❗️Philippines should follow suit, especially as we rank FIRST in the world in terms of vulberability and risk to disaster!

Norway is the first country in the world to officially ban deforestation.

Norway has taken a monumental step in the fight against climate change by becoming the first country to officially ban deforestation. This bold move aligns with the nation's commitment to combat environmental degradation and protect its vast forests, which play a crucial role in storing carbon and preserving biodiversity. By passing this ban, Norway has set a new standard for global environmental policies and is leading the way in sustainable land management.

Forests are essential for maintaining the balance of the Earth's ecosystems. They provide habitat for wildlife, purify the air, and help regulate the climate by absorbing carbon dioxide. The decision to ban deforestation is a clear signal that the protection of these vital resources is a priority for future generations. This policy will not only help reduce carbon emissions but also preserve the rich biodiversity that forests support.

Norway’s ban on deforestation represents a shift toward sustainable development. Rather than sacrificing natural resources for short-term economic gain, the country is prioritizing long-term ecological health and climate stability. This forward-thinking approach demonstrates that environmental protection and economic progress can go hand in hand.

The global impact of this decision extends beyond Norway’s borders. By taking a stand, Norway is encouraging other nations to follow suit in protecting their own forests and taking proactive measures against climate change. This move shows that meaningful action can be taken at the policy level, sparking hope for the future of the planet.

12/12/2025

Do we have this in our Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDA)? Department of Economy, Planning, and Development ?

12/12/2025

Do we have similar or near-similar research on this? DOST - Philippine Nuclear Research Institute

In one of the most hopeful scientific discoveries of the decade, Finnish researchers have identified a bacterium capable of consuming nuclear waste. These microbes survive in extreme conditions, feeding on radioactive compounds that would otherwise remain dangerous for thousands of years.
By accelerating the natural decay of radioactive materials, the bacteria could reduce cleanup times from millennia to mere decades. This revolutionary breakthrough could make nuclear energy far cleaner and safer — transforming how humanity manages its most dangerous waste.
If successfully scaled, this discovery could one day restore contaminated land, protect future generations, and rewrite the legacy of the atomic age — not through machines, but through the quiet work of living cells.

10/12/2025

✅️ Science & Technology in the Philippines should keep up!

Two teenagers from Texas developed a powerful pen-sized device that uses ultrasonic sound waves to remove up to 90% of microplastics from water in a single pass. Their invention is portable, energy-efficient, and incredibly cheap to produce.
Microplastics — found in rivers, oceans, and even drinking water — are nearly impossible to filter using traditional methods. The teens’ invention offers a breakthrough that could be used in homes, villages, disaster zones, or even integrated into industrial systems.
Their innovation won a $50,000 award and impressed environmental scientists worldwide. It shows that the next generation isn’t just aware of pollution — they’re actively solving it.
This small device could make a global impact on one of humanity’s most dangerous invisible pollutants.

10/12/2025

✅️ Sharing another FREE Webinar Alert happening tomorrow, Dec. 11. Details 👇

10/12/2025

✅️ For those insterested in Astronomy, here's a free training workshop from the DOST-PAG ASA. Details 👇

📣 Thank you for the overwhelming response! Registration for the Teacher Training Workshop is now CLOSED.

Due to the overwhelming number of registrants, we have reached our maximum capacity earlier than expected. Although the original deadline was set for 25 December, we are closing the registration today. Thank you very much for your enthusiastic response!

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We are pleased to announce that the 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 of the International Training Centre in Astronomy (ITCA) hosted by the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT) will be conducted here in the Philippines in partnership with the DOST-PAGASA.

📅 Date: 20–21 January 2026
📍 Venue: PAGASA Regional Meteorological Training Centre (RMTC), 2nd Floor, PAGASA Central Office, Science Garden Compound, Sen. Miriam P. Defensor-Santiago Avenue, Brgy. Central, Quezon City, Metro Manila

Join us for an immersive, hands-on learning experience led by NARIT experts! This workshop is designed to bring core astronomy concepts to life, connecting them with real-world experiences through practical, active learning activities.

Slots are limited! Priority will be given to teachers and lecturers in science or astronomy, but students and early-career researchers are also encouraged to apply.

📌 Register now: bit.ly/TTP2026
🗓 Registration Deadline: 25 December 2025
✨ This is a FREE workshop - NO registration fee. Just bring your curiosity for astronomy!

Don’t miss this chance to take your astronomy teaching to the next level! 🌠

For more information, you may email us at [email protected]

06/12/2025

Celebrate Sustainable Innovations!

Rice bags that disappear in water? South Korea just changed the game. While most of the world is drowning in plastic waste, Korean innovators turned leftover rice starch into grocery bags that look like plastic, feel like plastic, but vanish without a trace. Toss them in hot water and watch them melt away. Throw them in your compost and they're gone in days. Even animals can safely digest them if accidentally consumed.

06/12/2025

❗️Pilipinas, ano na? Saan na tayo mga siyentipiko? DOST Philippines DOST National Research Council of the Philippines DOST ITDI

06/12/2025

DepEd Philippines Deped Tambayan PH Quezon City Government Quezon City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council Stella Maris College Cubao QC Quezon City Science High School Project 6 Elementary School

06/12/2025

✅️ Catch Lakambini December 10 on its last block screening for 2025 -- December 10 at SM Aura. Details below 👇

𝐋𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐌𝐁𝐈𝐍𝐈 𝐒𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 with the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce‼️
Tuloy ang laban sa kasaysayan, sa pag-ibig, sa katotohanan.

EVENT DETAILS:
📅 December 10, 2025 (Wednesday)
🕢 Movie starts at 7:30 PM
📍 SM Aura Premier
🎬 NOTE: Stay after the screening for a special talkback session with the cast and crew of Lakambini!

🎟️ Get your tickets here (28 slots available):
https://forms.gle/Vd8LLnBq7ycJWm3v6

03/12/2025

: A retired agricultural scientist in Batac, Ilocos Norte has discovered that crushed bamboo charcoal is a very effective component for the organic fertilizer requirement for eggplant, kangkong, and other high value commercial crops.

It's called the Kawayan Biochar (KBC) because when it is mixed with vermicompost and applied to the soil during land preparation, it enhances the soil’s organic matter content and helps the plants attain their yield potential.

Read the full article here: https://agriculture.com.ph/2017/09/02/kawayan-charcoal-is-efficient-bio-organic-fertilizer/