CatSU makes national headlines as trailblazer embracing green, sustainable development
AdministrationCatanduanes State University
(CatSU) made headlines as a trailblazer in green, inclusive, and sustainable
development, with the groundbreaking of the first Knowledge, Innovation,
Science and Technology (KIST) park in the Bicol region.
The initiative was driven by
CatSU President, Dr. Patrick Alain T. Azanza, who actively advocated for the
project's approval from the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA), working
closely with Governor Joseph "Boboy" C. Cua and the then Director
General Charito "Ching" B. Plaza.
PEZA Director General Tereso
"Teo" O. Panga played a crucial role in providing essential
information at the national level, ensuring the success of the endeavor with
the full support of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos.
On May 25, 2023, the
groundbreaking ceremony for the KIST Park and agro-industrial processing zone
took place, marking a significant milestone in CatSU's history.
This is considered major
milestone at CatSU, as these KIST Park and agro-industrial processing zone
exemplify model economic zones that prioritize environmentally conscious and
sustainable practices.
The projects will utilize idle
lands at CatSU, mobilizing cooperation among farmers, non-government
organizations, business chambers, scientists, researchers, and key players in
the information technology and agro-sector supply chains.
The conversion of idle lands of
CatSU into a KIST Park and Agro-Industrial Economic Zone will potentially
change the future of the whole province of Catanduanes and benefit its 263,000
residents.
The projects are projected to
bring in a total of P1.55 billion in investments, promising a significant boost
to the local economy.
