Ateneo and the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Sustainable Development Goal 7
Affordable and Clean Energy
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all
The University has put in place a number of efforts to lower energy use and promote environmentally friendly behaviors. The ADMU Solar Project (2019), which includes installing solar rooftop systems in eight campus buildings, is one such endeavor. The project intends to expand energy saving and efficiency initiatives. Energy recycling and conservation guidelines from the Ateneo Institute of Sustainability also encourage sustainable behavior and increase awareness. Through Clean Energy Living Laboratories (CELLs) project, the Ateneo School of Government has also contributed to the conversation on clean energy.
Efficient Energy Management: Ateneo de Manila University's Upgrades to Campus Facilities and Systems
Ateneo de Manila University's Campus Facilities and Management Office has plans to upgrade existing buildings to higher energy efficiency. The actions taken include making energy efficiency a priority for the university. The Equipment Terms of Reference (TORs) indicate that the university has implemented measures such as repairing chiller pumps, replacing old AC units with more efficient ones, and implementing regular preventive maintenance for various buildings and facilities to ensure AC systems operate efficiently.
Based on the Terms of Reference (TOR), Ateneo de Manila University has considered energy efficiency for both new building construction and existing building improvements. The TOR requires that new buildings be oriented to minimize solar exposure and heat gain. Roof paints and coatings with infrared-reflecting pigments also reduce building heat buildup. Non-irritant and non-toxic roofing insulation creates a barrier to heat gain. At the same time, thermal glazing of the external window and door glass minimizes the load on cooling equipment. The proper design of building envelope openings allows natural light and air circulation, while AAC blocks will be introduced as an alternative to concrete hollow blocks for significant construction projects.
News and Features
Ateneo’s alumni-led SolX becomes First NDC Gov’t equity-backed tech start-up
In a major win for SolX Technologies Inc., the Philippine government is throwing its support behind the energy startup through the Startup Venture Fund (SVF)...
Awards for ECCE's Recto at ICHESMET 2023
Dr King Harold A Recto, assistant professor of the Department of Electronics, Computer, and Communications Engineering (ECCE), has clinched two awards at the recently concluded...
All eyes on COP28: Scientists release statement on fossil fuel phase-out
The My Climate Risk – Ateneo de Manila University (MCR-Ateneo) Regional Hub, in support of the World Climate Research Programme (WCRP), shares a statement crafted...
Households preferences for renewable energy across ASEAN cities
Daniel del Barrio Álvarez, an assistant professor at The University of Tokyo's International Project Laboratory, presents collaborative research on households' preferences for renewable energy in urban areas across eight Southeast Asian countries. The study, which includes a comparative analysis of willingness-to-pay for various renewable sources, highlights widespread support for solar energy across all cities studied. Álvarez emphasizes the importance of understanding public acceptance from the demand side in future policymaking for a just and orderly transition in the future electricity system.
Pagination
Events
Meeting / Consultation / Town hall / Forum
Crossroad to 2030: Reviewing and recalibrating the SDGs roadmap of the Philippines
Wed, 07 Sep 2022
Online
Lecture
Energy Through the Lens of Sustainability
Fri, 26 Aug 2022
Online
Academic Conference
Sophia Ignatian Year Symposium: Jesuit Education and SDGs
Tue, 05 Jul 2022
Online
Ceremony
University Scholarly Work Awards 2022
Mon, 06 Jun 2022
Auditorium, Leong Hall, Ateneo de Manila University Loyola Heights campus
Other Event
The Ateneo de Manila University Journals National Elections Booksale
Thu, 05 May 2022
Ateneo de Manila University
Lecture
JSP Week 2022: Japan Transport and Tourism
Thu, 28 Apr 2022
Online