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Mapúa University is setting the standard in Philippine higher education with its pioneering initiative, INSPIRE—the Innovational Network for Supporting Professional Integration of AI in Education. Spearheaded by the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) as part of the University’s broader AI Strategy Roadmap, the INSPIRE project signals a deep institutional commitment to meaningful and ethical…
Read MoreMANILA, Philippines — Yuchengco-led PetroGreen Energy Corp. (PGEC) has activated a 3-megawatt (MW) solar rooftop power facility for a manufacturing plant in Laguna. The project, considered the “largest” rooftop solar facility yet in Laguna Technopark, is for the Isuzu Autoparts Manufacturing Corp.’s (IAMC) facility in Biñan. IAMC, a subsidiary of Japan’s Isuzu Motors Limited, is…
Read MoreAI Engineering students hone skills in coding, mathematics, AI model development, ethical AI design, system integration, generative AI, AI governance and responsible innovation, enabling them to steer its growth in a digital-first world. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO MAPUA University has announced the debut of its Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineering degree this academic year,…
Read MoreIn a moment that marks a new chapter in its storied legacy, Mapúa University has earned a coveted place in the 2026 QS World University Rankings—one of the most respected and competitive global university ranking systems. The achievement comes at a profoundly symbolic time: Mapúa’s Centennial Year. Founded on January 25, 1925, by Don Tomás…
Read MoreNational Teachers College (NTC) is recognized in the prestigious Times Higher Education Rankings. This shows that education can really make a change when it is driven by purpose and compassion. NTC is among the 2,526 universities from 130 countries across the globe, and 121 higher education institutions in the Philippines, to stand out for its…
Read MoreRCBC Executive Vice President Elizabeth E. Coronel (3rd from left) and SJGEC President F.G. Delfin Jr. (4th from left) lead the signing of the loan agreement between RCBC and SJGEC. June 16, 2025, Manila – San Jose Green Energy Corporation (SJGEC), a subsidiary of Rizal Green Energy Corporation (“RGEC”), signed on 10 June 2025 an…
Read MoreHOUSE of Investments Inc. reported a net income of P2.68 billion in 2024, more than four-fold its 2023 earnings of P615.60 million. This was attributed to the full-year contribution of subsidiaries acquired in December 2023, particularly in the financial services sector. In a quarterly report filed last Friday, the company noted that “the parent company…
Read MoreOfficials of PGEC, CLSU, DA, TAISEI, and DENR harvest basil in the agrivoltaics of SJSPP April 30, 2025, Manila / Nueva Ecija – Yuchengco-led Rizal Green Energy Corporation (RGEC) pilots agrivoltaics project in its 19.6MWDC San Jose Solar Power Project (SJSPP) in Brgy. Sto. Nino 3rd, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija. The project was formally…
Read MoreSJSPP PV panels and main control building The 19.6-megawatt San Jose Solar Power Project (SJSPP) has secured its Final Certificate of Approval to Connect (FCATC) from the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) as of April 14, 2025, clearing the path to deliver clean power to thousands of households in Luzon. Located in Barangay…
Read MoreMakati City has long been the financial heart of the Philippines, continuously evolving to meet the needs of businesses, investors, and professionals. From its early skyscrapers in the 1970s to the next generation towers redefining its skyline, the Makati central business district (CBD) has witnessed remarkable transformations. As more companies return to office, new developments…
Read MoreAs an institution of academic excellence, Mapúa University is globally recognized as one of the world’s best universities, and the Philippines’ premier engineering and technological school. To date, Mapúa steadily upholds this tradition of excellence not only in engineering, but also in the fields of physical sciences, architecture and design, information technology, communication and media…
Read MoreBy Manila Standard Business The Yuchengco Centre, rising along Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue, is set to transform one of Makati’s emerging commercial districts. The modern office landmark integrates sustainability, accessibility and convenience. It will provide much-needed premium office spaces while enhancing the area’s retail landscape as the only commercial building slated for completion in…
Read MoreMAPUA University, the Philippines’ premier engineering and technological institution, has just turned 100, culminating its centennial year celebrations with academic and cultural events highlighting its innumerable contributions and impact on Jan. 25. President and CEO Dodjie Maestrecampo led the festivities, which enabled students, alumni and fellow Filipino educators to reflect on Mapua’s journey, achievements and…
Read MoreMapúa University launched the Mapua School of Medicine (SoM), the newest medical school in the country, in collaboration with Arizona State University (ASU), the #1 school in the United States for innovation for the tenth straight year ranked by U.S. News and World Report 2016-2025. Mapúa is the flagship university of iPeople, Inc., the education…
Read MoreABOITIZ InfraCapital, Inc. has partnered with Yuchengco-led House of Investments, Inc. (HI) to develop and expand its Tarlac Economic Estate. “This partnership builds on the strong momentum we’ve already achieved, further enhancing investor interest and confidence in TARI Estate,” Aboitiz InfraCapital Head of Economic Estates Rafael P. Fernandez de Mesa said in a statement released…
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