Science Information Forum Highlights the Possibility of A Net Zero for Philippine Shipping by 2050
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Alabang, Muntinlupa – The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) conducted a hybrid Science Information Forum entitled “Net Zero for Philippine Shipping by 2050: A Possibility?” on 28 February 2024 at the Acacia Hotel Manila, Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
The forum was attended by NAST Members and representatives from the Philippine Navy, the Philippine Coast Guard, the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Department of Transportation (DOTr), the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and the Philippine Ports Authority.
Net Zero for Philippine Shipping by 2050: A Possibility?
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BICUTAN, TAGUIG CITY - The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) will convene a hybrid forum on Net Zero for Philippine Shipping by 2050: A Possibility? on 28 February 2024, 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. (UTC+8) at the Acacia Hotel Manila, Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
In alignment with the global imperative to mitigate climate change, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has unveiled its 2023 IMO Strategy on Reduction of GHG Emissions from ships. This landmark initiative aims to achieve net-zero emissions for international shipping by 2050, recognizing the industry’s pivotal role in global trade and its significant contribution to carbon footprint. This event will serve as a critical platform for stakeholders to delve into the complexities and opportunities surrounding the transition to net zero emissions in Philippine shipping. Drawing insights from PAGTANAW 2050, the Philippine ST&I Foresight document, participants will explore the intersections of science, technology, and innovation in driving sustainable maritime development.
Philippines Charts Path to Global Competitiveness: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities in Quality Infrastructure
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Quezon City—The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) conducted the Science Policy Forum on Factors Affecting Export Trade in the Philippines: Product Standards, Accreditation, Metrology and Regulatory Laboratories on 14 November 2023 at the Luxent Hotel, Quezon City.
The Philippines, as a maritime archipelago, faces distinct challenges and opportunities. While leveraging these resources could boost our exports, our growth has lagged behind ASEAN neighbors, showing a mere 4% increase in the past two decades. With a projected population of 140 million by 2045, supporting this populace becomes critical. Thus, to strengthen the Philippine export sector globally, the government has adopted an “integrated whole-of-government commitment to deliver broad access to National Quality Infrastructure (NQI)” as the foundation of the strategic framework to promote trade and investments.
NQI is a comprehensive system encompassing public and private institutions, legal frameworks, and standards. It includes facets like standardization, accreditation, metrology, testing, and market surveillance, all aimed at enhancing our global market participation.