THE UNIVERSITY of San Carlos in Cebu City was one of the first-ever recipients of the ACEN RES Renewable Energy Enabler Award.

Vice President for Administration Atty. Joan S. Largo, Ll.M. accepted the award on behalf of the University earlier this month in Taguig City.

The Award recognized USC for its commitment “to renewable energy, highlighting how it has inspired other organizations and significantly contributed to ACEN’s efforts in building renewable capacity and decarbonizing the Philippine power industry.”

USC has been consistent in reforming its practices to promote sustainable development and environmental preservation.

Starting last year, single-use plastics were banned from all USC campuses and in February 2024, it partnered with GET Philippines for fully electric shuttle services.

The University also recently issued a policy statement regarding the reduction of its carbon emissions.