CatSU wins Saringaya Awards 2024 in Academe

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CatSU wins Saringaya Awards 2024 in Academe

𝑮𝒓𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒖𝒎𝒑𝒉

Maintaining its reputation as a Green University, Catanduanes State University (CatSU) has upheld its vision by clinching the prestigious Saringaya Awards 2024 in the Academe Category.

From last year's finalist position, CatSU made a triumphant return, backed by the strong support from university President Dr. Patrick Alain T. Azanza, an environmental sociologist with prior experience at the Environmental Research Division (ERD) of the Manila Observatory at Ateneo de Manila University.

"We extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire CatSU community for their pivotal role in advancing our vision of HOPE with P—embodying people-centered and planet-friendly policies. This dedication is for the people of Catanduanes and future generations," said Dr. Azanza, dedicating this year’s victory to the community served by CatSU.

Central to CatSU's success is the Solar Micro Grid Farm, making it the only state university in Bicol with this initiative. CatSU also runs a Water Catchment Facility, crucial for water conservation and community supply.

The award ceremony, held at Marison Hotel in Legazpi City yesterday, saw Executive Vice President Dr. Roberto B. Barba Jr. accepting the award on behalf of President Azanza. Dr. Barba expressed gratitude for this latest accolade, emphasizing its significance to the university and the honor of working alongside the President.

"We are deeply grateful for the support from the CatSU community, and we remain committed to continuing the administration's initiatives for the benefit of the people of Catanduanes," said Dr. Barba.

CatSU's commitment to environmental stewardship has earned it numerous accolades, including the Bicol Saringaya Award for Innovative Environmental Education (2018), National and Regional Winner in the Search for Eco-Friendly Schools (2009 and 2011), and the Greening the Blue Saringaya awards (2014 and 2015).

The Saringaya Award, established in 2000 and named after the Bikol word "masaringaya" meaning green environment, abundance, health, and balanced ecology, is considered the highest environmental accolade in the region.