2024
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GeoAnalyticsPH Beta Testing: Shaping the Future of Land Use Planning
November 25, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD) and the World Bank, conducted a beta test of GeoAnalyticsPH (GAPH) for the Harmonized... Read More
Strengthening Disaster Preparedness: DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts GeoRiskPH Training for Mountain Province
November 20, 2024
The three-day training on the use of the GeoRiskPH platform for Mountain Province was held on November 20-22, 2024, at the Sagada Cave Pension House, Sagada, Mountain Province. This training program was organized by the Department of Science and Technology... Read More
Pagpangandam sa Katalagman: DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH in Davao Occidental
November 14, 2024
The provincial government and DOST-Davao Occidental, driven by a strong resolve to protect and empower its people, have recognized the urgent need to bolster their disaster risk reduction strategies. As part of their commitment, they conducted training on the use... Read More
Extending DRRM Efforts to Taal’s Animals, Livestock, and Livelihoods through GeoMapperPH Mobile Application
November 7, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) has partnered once again with the Batangas Office of the Provincial Veterinarian (OPV) to bring the GeoMapperPH mobile application in Taal, Batangas. Held on November 7,... Read More
Caraga na! LGUs from the Caraga Attend Region-Wide GeoRiskPH Training
November 5, 2024
Representatives from the provincial and municipal government units joined together for a region-wide training in the Caraga region on the use of GeoRiskPH applications. The training was held on November 5 to 6, 2024 at the Southville Hotel and Convention... Read More
A Heart for Resilience: Marinduque and DOST-PHIVOLCS Unite for Disaster Preparedness
November 5, 2024
Marinduque, known as the "Heart of the Philippines" for its central location in the archipelago, holds significant importance not only geographically but also in the field of geographic mapping. As a key reference point for the Luzon Datum—an essential geodetic... Read More
GeoRiskPH Training for the City of Davao: Empowering Davaoeños for Data-Driven Disaster Preparedness and Resilience
October 15, 2024
The two-day GeoRiskPH platform training for Davao City highlighted a strong partnership between the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) and DOST Region XI. Hosted at the Panorama Summit Hotel in Davao City... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS and DTI-NCR Partners to Bring GeoRiskPH Platforms to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Metro Manila
October 11, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) collaborates with the Department of Trade and Industry – National Capital Region (DTI-NCR) to bring the GeoRiskPH Platforms to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in... Read More
Kata Na, Infanta!: LGU Hosts Locally-facilitated GeoRiskPH Training
October 10, 2024
Following the successful conduct of the Quezon Province Training of Trainers (TOT) on October 10, 2024, local trainers from Infanta, Quezon Local Government Unit (LGU) and the Southern Luzon State University - Center for Hazard and Environmental Resource Mapping (SLSU-CHERM),... Read More
GeoRiskPH Training for Quirino Province: Strengthening Climate Resilience and Disaster Preparedness at Handa Quirino 2024
September 22, 2024
The two-day training course on the use of GeoRiskPH platform for the province of Quirino showcased a significant collaboration between the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), DOST Quirino-Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO), and... Read More
Metro Manila Dapat Laging Handa: DOST-NCR and DOST-PHIVOLCS Collaborate on NCR-Wide GeoRiskPH Training
August 20, 2024
Metro Manila is widely recognized for its vulnerability to natural disasters, including the threat of the “Big One” and frequent flooding. These hazards highlight the urgent need for proactive disaster preparedness and informed decision-making in the National Capital Region (NCR).... Read More
HazardHunterPH Pro Unveiled: A New Era of Innovation in Hazard Assessment
July 31, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) conducted two internal rollouts for HazardHunterPH Pro, a tool designed to enhance hazard assessment capabilities. These events, held on July 31 and August 2, 2024, aimed... Read More
Committing Towards Resilience: DOST-PHIVOLCS Signs MOA with the Province of Nueva Vizcaya for the Use of the GeoRiskPH Platform
July 24, 2024
“Isaisip, isapuso, isagawa!” were the words spoken by Nueva Vizcaya Vice Governor Eufemia Ang-Dacayo as she addressed her constituents participating in the GeoRiskPH training. Her three “I’s” urging them to keep in mind their learnings, take them to heart, and... Read More
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Davao del Sur Gets Geo-Ready: DOST - PHIVOLCS Conducts Orientation on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Province of Davao del Sur
July 15, 2024
In an effort to enhance disaster preparedness and risk assessment, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, in partnership with DOST Region XI, conducted a virtual orientation on the use of GeoRiskPH platforms for Davao del... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Department of Trade and Industry Region 2
July 3, 2024
On July 3, 2024, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry Region 2 (DTI Region 2), hosted a comprehensive training session on the utilization of GeoRiskPH... Read More
Cultivating A New Era of Disaster Risk Management: DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts First GeoRiskPH Training of Trainers in Northern Mindanao
May 28, 2024
The GeoRiskPH team of the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) returned to Northern Mindanao to train future trainers in the first GeoRiskPH Training of Trainers. The training is a follow-up to the training on... Read More
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DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platform for the Province of Lanao del Norte
May 28, 2024
On 28-29 May 2024, the training on the use of GeoRiskPH platform for the Province of Lanao del Norte was conducted by the Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) at the Mahogany Hills... Read More
Abante Ilocos Norte, Region 1 Completed: DOST-PHIVOLCS with the Ilocos Norte PLGU for GeoRiskPH Training
May 13, 2024
Discovering innovative technologies, mitigating risk, and enhancing disaster resilience are the main goals of the Ilocos Norte municipalities as the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with DOST Region 1 and the Provincial... Read More
Enhancing Disaster Preparedness: DOST-PHIVOLCS Trains Bayambang Officials on the GeoRiskPH Platforms
May 2, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in partnership with the municipality of Bayambang, Pangasinan, recently completed a two-day training course on utilizing GeoRiskPH platforms. Conducted on May 2-3, 2024, at the mayor’s conference room... Read More
Cagayan Naman! DOST-PHIVOLCS and Provincial Government of Cagayan Team Up for GeoRiskPH Training
April 17, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), in collaboration with the Cagayan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) and the Information Systems Unit (ISU) of the Provincial Government of Cagayan, conducted a two-day... Read More
Empowering LGUs of Metro Manila: Orientation on GeoRiskPH Platforms by DOST-PHIVOLCS
March 20, 2024
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS), together with DOST-National Capital Region (DOST-NCR), conducted a training workshop titled Orientation on GeoRiskPH Platforms for Local Government Units (LGUs) in the NCR on March 20, 2024, at... Read More
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Towards a Resilient Future: Provincial Local Government Unit of Ilocos Sur and DOST-PHIVOLCS Collaborate for Disaster Mitigation
March 12, 2024
As part of the disaster preparedness and resilience efforts in the Philippines, the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) conducted a comprehensive training on the use of the GeoRiskPH platforms for the Province... Read More
DOST-PHIVOLCS Conducts Training on the Use of GeoRiskPH Platforms for the Northern Mindanao Region
February 27, 2024
Taking proactive steps towards disaster preparedness and mitigation, the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (DOST-PHIVOLCS) in collaboration with DOST 10, conducted a comprehensive training program aimed at building the capacity of the Northern Mindanao region.... Read More
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