Welcome to the Institute of Environmental Science & Meteorology
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.
News and Announcements
How to Use Artificial Intelligence, Intelligently [IESM@22 Anniversary Talk Series]
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Please join us for IESM@22 TalkSeries with Mr. Bernard Alan B. Racoma on “How to Use Artificial Intelligence, Intelligently” on April 7, Monday at 1:30 PM at the IESM Auditorium (hybrid). To attend virtually, please register thru the link below:https://up-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/LrGyChmtTNW1ZApJKGgehA
IESM Faculty and Alumni Elected to the Philippine Meteorological Society Board of Trustees
Following the Philippine Meteorological Society (PMS) elections held on March 19, 2025, several members of the IESM community have been elected or re-elected to the Society’s Board of Trustees. Dr. Bernard Alan Racoma, faculty member at the Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology (IESM), has been newly elected to the board. Dr. Gerry Bagtasa, also […]
IESM Marks 22 Years of Science, Community, and Growth
On 28 March 2025, the Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology (IESM) gathered for a lively celebration marking its 22nd founding anniversary. Established on 27 March 2003, IESM has since grown into a vibrant academic and research community at the forefront of environmental and atmospheric science in the country. This year’s theme, “Catch 22: Navigating […]
Thesis Defense of Mary Joe Alma Escol-Canlas
The thesis defense of Ms. Mary Joe Alma R. Escol-Canlas will be on Wednesday, 23 April 2025, 1:00 PM at the IESM Auditorium, IESM Building (hybrid). Her paper is entitled “The Influence of Tropical Indian Ocean Sea Surface Temperature Variability on Philippine Seasonal Rainfall and Temperature”. The presentation will be streamed live via IESM- UPD Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/upiesm/ Thesis Defense Committee:
Panghihibasanan: Gleaning Insights from Sustainable Human-Biodiversity Interactions in Traditional Resource Gathering [IESM@22 Anniversary Talk Series]
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Please join us for IESM@22 Talk Series with Ms. Dawn Iva P. Satumbaga on “Panghihibasanan: gleaning insights from sustainable human-biodiversity interactions in traditional resource gathering” on March 31, Monday at 10 AM at the IESM Auditorium (hybrid). To attend virtually, please register thru the link below:https://up-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/41QWJEqDTzGJQtrjjOxhjA
Thesis Proposal of Ivan Michael Gabriel
The Thesis Proposal of Mr. Ivan Michael B. Gabriel will be on Friday, 11 April 2025, at 2:00 PM via Zoom. His paper is entitled “Baseline and Future Hydrologic Response Assessment of the Cavite River Basin Using Proxy Streamflow Data for SWAT Model Calibration and Scenario Analysis”. The presentation will be streamed live via IESM- UPD Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/upiesm/ Thesis Proposal Committee:
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