Established in 2003, The Institute of Environmental Science & Meteorology, or IESM, is an academic unit of the College of Science in the University of the Philippines, Diliman.


IESM is committed to providing top-tier education in environmental and atmospheric sciences, equipping graduate students with the knowledge and skills needed to address environmental challenges in the Philippines and beyond.

IESM is a hub for innovative research in environmental science and meteorology, leading studies that advance our understanding of climate, weather systems, and sustainable development, both regionally and globally.

IESM plays a vital role in supporting national and regional efforts to mitigate environmental risks, offering expert guidance, and collaborating with government agencies and the public to enhance public safety and environmental stewardship.

  • Thesis Proposal of Mik Ryell Ferma

    The Thesis Proposal of Mr. Mik Ryell E. Ferma will be on Monday, 04 November 2024, at 1:00 PM via Zoom. His paper is entitled “Impact of Urbanization on Extreme Heat Events in Metropolitan Cebu Using Weather Research and Forecasting Model”.  The presentation will be streamed live via UP-IESM Facebook page. Thesis Proposal Committee:

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  • Colloquium of Melody Anne Ocampo

    The colloquium of Ms. Melody Anne B. Ocampo will be on Thursday, 17 October 2024, at 1:30 PM via Zoom. Her paper is entitled “Port as Anthropized Environments: An Assessment of Biodiversity”. The presentation will be streamed live via IESM- UPD Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/upiesm/ Colloquium Committee:

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  • Thesis Proposal of Camila Frances Naputo

    The Thesis Proposal of Ms. Camila Frances P. Naputo will be on Thursday, 03 October 2024, 2:30 PM at the IESM Auditorium, IESM building. Her paper is entitled “Critters in the Soil: Evaluating the Potential of Soil eDNA Metabarcoding in Assessing the Mangrove Infaunal Biodiversity of Oriental Mindoro”.  Thesis Proposal Committee:

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