Santa Marcela LGU embraces DOST's Smart and Sustainable Communities program

Santa Marcela, Apayao – The Municipality of Santa Marcela has been identified for the establishment of DOST's Smart and Sustainable Communities program, as announced by DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations Sancho A. Mabborang.

Mabborang articulated the statement in his message at the 13th Joint Regional Symposium and 6th Student Congress on Research and Development (R&D) Highlights, which took place at the Apayao State College (ASC) auditorium in Luna, Apayao on Oct. 26.

The municipality's implementation of the DOST Smart and Sustainable Communities aimed at equipping the municipality for improved quality of life, a competitive economy, and for sustainability.

Santa Marcela LGU, working hand in hand with the Provincial Science and Technology Office (PSTO), was given the opportunity to conceptualize and propose their own projects under this program, based on the communities' crucial needs, opportunities, and visions.

Undersecretary Mabborang further stated that the establishment of Smart and Sustainable programs will allow the department achieve its intent of digitally transformed communities. He also expressed his support to local governments that would indulge in the initiative, for which the municipality of Santa Marcela in the province of Apayao has been specified.

"We will be assisting...and expect that the Department of Science and technology(DOST) will pour out resources to make this community become smart and sustainable," Mabborang said.

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