UP Environmental Science & Meteorology Society

Here's a little throwback (pero late post lang talaga XD) from last year's IESM Christmas Party!💝

Feel free to share your pictures as well in the comments :)

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Tawanan, kantahan, at kuwentuhan.

Maligayang pasko mula sa IESM. 💚

Mga Pangarap ni Seph (Jojo’s Dream Quest) is a children’s book series written by Dr. Mylene G. Cayetano, faculty member of the Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology (IESM). The series is inspired by a deep gratitude for the life of Joseph Cayetano.

Through storytelling, the books introduce young readers to environmental awareness and care for nature, particularly around the topic of anyong tubig (bodies of water).

The series has three volumes:

1. Ridge to River (Mula Gulod hanggang Ilog) – launched on December 5, 2025

2. Importance of Actions to the Environment – to be launched on January 26, 2026

3. Fulfilled (Tupad) – to be launched on March 9, 2026

A limited number of copies are currently available for purchase, with net proceeds supporting the Joseph M. Cayetano Catalyst for Outstanding Developers and Engineers Scholarship. Those interested in getting a copy may send a private message to the author. The original post with more details will be linked in the comments.

Researchers from IESM joined a 3-day intensive training at Pusan National University’s Environmental Intelligence Lab. This activity is part of the AI-SWaMP Project, which strengthens AI and climate-hydrological modeling for water resources management.

The AI-SWaMP Project is funded through the DOST Grants-in-Aid Program and monitored by PCIEERD.

𝐈𝐂𝐘𝐌𝐈: 𝐔𝐏 𝐄𝐒𝐌𝐒 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

Last November 15, 2025, the UP ESMS joined hands with the Local Government Unit of Barangay San Dionisio for the 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 held from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the New Barangay Hall Conference Room of Brgy. San Dionisio, Parañaque.

The program brought together street sweepers, sanitation personnel, and barangay environmental staff for a series of discussions on RA 9003, waste reduction strategies, and community-based environmental initiatives that aimed at strengthening the knowledge and competencies of those working at the frontlines of local environmental management.

Two ESMS Officers served as volunteer speakers for the training:

🌻 𝗝𝗼𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗼, UP ESMS President, facilitated Session 2: RA 9003 and Barangay Responsibilities in Solid Waste Management.

🌻𝗥𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘇𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗱, UP ESMS Vice President for Partnership, led Session 4: Community-Based Environmental Protection and Sustainability Actions.

This collaboration not only reflects the UP ESMS's commitment to environmental learning and community engagement, but also provides a meaningful space for UP IESM students to bring their classroom knowledge into real-world application. By working closely with barangay environmental workers, the students were able to better understand on-the-ground challenges in waste management and actively contribute to strengthening sustainable and effective waste practices, thus supporting both community well-being and the environment.

We extend our appreciation to the Barangay San Dionisio Solid Waste and Environmental Sanitation Office and its Barangay Officials for the opportunity to contribute to this meaningful initiative.

Together, we empower community-centered environmental stewardship. 💚🌏

DONATE AND VOLUNTEER FOR THE VICTIMS OF TYPHOON UWAN

| The UP Environmental Science and Meteorology Society, together with UPD STEM organizations, is organizing relief operations in response to the devastating impact of . Donation and volunteer channels are open.

For IN-KIND donations, we are accepting canned goods, bottled water, instant noodles, toiletries, clothes, blankets, and plastic bags for repacking.

Kindly drop them off at the College of Science Student Center between NIGS and IESM and contact Benedict Bula through 09171552743

For MONETARY donations, you may donate via GCASH, BPI, MAYA through the QR codes below.

You can also volunteer in packing and relief efforts. For those who wish to volunteer, join the coordination group chat below.

🔗https://m.me/j/AbZA7HODI9iblFv7/

Base operations such as repacking will be done at the College of Science Student Center starting November 11, 2025, Tuesday.

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗣 𝗘𝗦𝗠𝗦 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔.𝗬. 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

President: Joan Souribio
VP for Membership: Aleandra Rivera
VP for Partnerships: Rhenzie Pagud
VP for Academic Affairs: Caelan Diaz
Secretary: Claire Narag
Finance: Matt Magbata
PIO / Publications: Ken Chavez
Freshie Representative for Envi Sci: Eunice Jaramillo
Freshie Representative for Meteorology: Ana Clauren-Jorda

Together, we strive to strengthen the ESMS community and uphold our commitment to excellence and camaraderie.

Stay tuned for exciting events, partnerships, and opportunities for growth! 🌱✨