SDG 17
PARTNERSHIPS WITH THE GOALS
The University of Negros Occidental–Recoletos , Incorporated (UNO-R) recognizes that achieving sustainable development requires strong partnerships among academic institutions, government agencies, industry, civil society, alumni, and local communities. Through collaborative initiatives, the University mobilizes expertise, resources, technology, and stakeholder engagement to advance environmental sustainability, quality education, community development, and institutional resilience.
STRATEGIES
The University strengthens partnerships by:
- Collaborating with government agencies to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability initiatives.
- Partnering with industry leaders to implement clean energy and resource-efficient technologies.
- Working with local government units (LGUs), non-government organizations (NGOs), and community organizations in environmental protection and extension programs.
- Establishing academic and research collaborations that support sustainable development.
- Engaging students, faculty, alumni, and external stakeholders in sustainability programs and community service.
KEY PARTNERSHIPS
- Renewable Energy Partnership
- UNO-R partnered with ECG CleanPower Systems Inc. in the design, installation, monitoring, and performance evaluation of the University’s rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. This collaboration has enabled the University to expand its renewable energy infrastructure to approximately 1.0 MWp of installed capacity, with 801.04 kWp operational during the May 2025–May 2026 reporting period. The partnership contributes directly to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting clean energy adoption.
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS FOR QUALITY EDUCATION
Chulalongkorn University, Thailand
Collaborative research between the College of Business Administration and the College of Engineering, including mentorship in curriculum mapping and support for the development and opening of additional engineering courses.
Kasetsart University, Thailand
Student internship in the field of Agriculture, with joint research collaboration in agriculture studies.
King Mongkut's University of Technology, Thailand
Faculty and student mobility programs in Engineering and Information Technology, with focus on robotics.
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Indonesia
Student internship in the fields of Information Technology and Engineering, with corresponding research collaboration.
Universitas Negeri Surabaya, Indonesia
Student internship and faculty exchange in the field of Psychology, including sports mentorship programs.
Universitas Semarang, Indonesia
Student internships in Hospitality Management, along with graduate school faculty exchange and collaborative research in Business and Economics.
Universitas Dian Nuswantoro, Indonesia
Student internship in Education and Information Technology, with emphasis on Artificial Intelligence.
Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Indonesia
Faculty exchange among graduate school faculty and collaborative student research initiatives.
Universitas Multimedia Nusantra, Indonesia
Faculty and student exchange program in Engineering and Information Technology under the WAVE Program, commenced last August 2025.
Universitas Andalas, Indonesia
Research collaboration and faculty and student exchange programs in the fields of Business, Economics, Education, Engineering, Medical Technology, and Nursing.
Raffles University, Malaysia
Lecture series on Artificial Intelligence delivered by the Dean of Information Technology of Raffles University to the faculty and students of the College of Information Technology at UNO-R. This will be complemented by a mentoring program led by the College of Allied Medical Health Sciences on the ladderized Certificate in Nursing, leading to the future offering of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Kassel University, Germany
Research collaboration on E-Website management involving the College of Engineering and the College of Information Technology.
Yeoju Institute of Technology, Korea
Cooperation for Cultural Exchange Program, Friendship Building, and Volunteer Program.
