Prof. Ferdinand C. de la Cruz, a faculty-researcher of Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU) has recently earned global recognition for his pioneering work on a renewable energy–based safety technology.
His study, titled “Evaluation of Performance of the Developed Solar-Powered Portable Multi-Gas Detector Device,” was officially published in the International Journal of Open-access, Interdisciplinary and New Educational Discoveries (iJOINED ETCOR), Volume IV, Issue 4 (October–December 2025).
This international publication qualifies Prof. de la Cruz for recognition at the ETCOR Awards 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, this November.
The said study, which centers on a solar-powered multi-gas detector capable of monitoring hazardous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO), methane (CH₄), and hydrogen sulfide (H₂S), exemplifies the integration of sustainability and safety technology. Designed for continuous operation even in remote or off-grid areas, the device provides real-time detection of toxic gases—addressing vital needs in both industrial and domestic environments.
The study’s acceptance came after a meticulous double-blind peer evaluation, commending its robust scientific basis and social relevance. Using a descriptive-evaluative research design, Prof. de la Cruz’s work went through expert validation from specialists in Electronics, Engineering, and Industrial Technology.
Findings revealed high functionality, strong reliability, and compliance with established safety standards—confirming the device’s promise for practical application in environmental monitoring and occupational safety.
The EVSU community lauds Prof. de la Cruz’s achievement, which shines more than just a personal milestone but a triumph for Philippine research.
Such research and innovation initiatives are proof of EVSU’s continued goals of fostering scientific development, empowering communities and promoting sustainable progress.
Prof de la Cruz’ solar-powered device gaining international attention symbolizes how Filipino ingenuity, when guided by purpose and perseverance, continues to illuminate pathways toward a safer and more sustainable world.
This article is aligned with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 07: Affordable and clean energy; SDG 09: Industry, Innovation, Technology, and Infrastructure; SDG 13: Climate Action
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