Policy Statement

In reference to the Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998 (R.A. 8550, as amended by R.A. 10654), the Marine Pollution Decree of 1976 (P.D. 979), and aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) commits to advancing the protection, sustainable management, and restoration of marine and coastal ecosystems in Eastern Visayas and beyond.

EVSU shall:


SDG 15: Life on Land

Implement biodiversity conservation programs through academic research, species protection initiatives, and habitat restoration projects in collaboration with government and community partners.


SDG 15: Life on Land

Undertake reforestation and forest rehabilitation activities in degraded areas, watersheds, and critical ecosystems to enhance carbon sequestration, water regulation, and climate resilience.


SDG 15: Life on Land

Promote sustainable land use and agroforestry practices that balance productivity with ecological integrity, benefiting both local communities and the environment.


SDG 15: Life on Land

Integrate environmental stewardship into curricula, research, and extension services to build awareness, advocacy, and leadership among students, faculty, and partner communities.


SDG 15: Life on Land

Develop green campus initiatives that preserve green spaces, maintain ecological balance, and serve as living laboratories for sustainable land management.


SDG 15: Life on Land

Strengthen community-based forest and land management systems by empowering indigenous peoples, upland farmers, and local stakeholders to become stewards of the land.


SDG 15: Life on Land

Collaborate with LGUs, DENR, NGOs, and international organizations to support biodiversity conservation, protected area management, and sustainable land-use planning.

SDG 15: Life on Land

Institutionalize monitoring and evaluation systems to track reforestation progress, biodiversity protection, and land management outcomes for continuous improvement.

Through these commitments, EVSU aspires to be a leading academic partner in marine and coastal conservation, advancing sustainable fisheries, protecting biodiversity, and building resilient coastal communities in Eastern Visayas.

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SDG 15: Initiatives for 2025
SDG 15: Initiatives for 2024
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SDG 15: Publications for 2025
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SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS