Sustainable Cities and Communities: RTU collaborates on projects to make cities and communities more sustainable and resilient.

The University contributes to enhancing the sustainability of the communities it serves through its urban agriculture projects. Helping households create green spaces like rooftop gardening and composting programs that help mitigate the impacts of climate change. It collaborates with organizations that advocate reaching out to the victims of natural calamities through donation drive initiatives.

Through the University’s Extension and Community Services Office, an emergency donation drive mobilizes the entire University and the neighboring communities to share and donate to the calamity-stricken areas. This is a continual initiative to serve and ensure that victims of disasters receive care and feel a sense of empathy from other members of the community where they belong.

The signing of a Memorandum of Agreement for Urban Agriculture at the Senate President Neptali A. Gonzales Integrated School represents a commitment to integrating sustainable agricultural practices into urban settings, thereby improving food security and fostering community resilience. This initiative not only encourages local food production but also educates students and the surrounding community on sustainable practices, contributing to healthier urban environments. Additionally, the renewal of the Memorandum of Agreement with Habitat for Humanity Foundation Philippines, Inc. underscores RTU’s dedication to addressing housing challenges in urban areas. This partnership aims to develop affordable and sustainable housing solutions, promoting safe and inclusive living conditions for vulnerable populations. Through these initiatives, RTU demonstrates its commitment to fostering sustainable urban development that prioritizes community well-being, environmental stewardship, and social equity, aligning with global efforts to create resilient and thriving cities.

SDG no. 11 University Updates

ECSO Explores Collaborative Possibilities with the Municipality of Angono, Rizal

In line with its commitment to strengthening community engagement and expanding extension initiatives, representatives from Rizal Technological University’s (RTU) Extension ...

RTU-SNGRCDS and CPD-NCR Inks MOU for Sustainable Population Research Initiatives

In a landmark partnership between academe and government, Rizal Technological University’s (RTU) Senator Neptali Gonzales Research Center for Development Studies ...

RTU Forge Partnership with the Philippine Blood Center for Expanded Blood Donation Initiatives

Rizal Technological University (RTU) entered a new partnership to strengthen access to life-saving healthcare, signing a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) ...

University Extensionists Strengthen Program Implementation through Project Ignite 3.0

Rizal Technological University’s (RTU) Extension and Community Services Offices (ECSO) gathers the Program Heads from various colleges and institutes of ...

RTU, DOST, and Caloocan City Explore Solar-Powered Urban Mushroom Farming Initiative

Caloocan City is taking a progressive step toward sustainable urban development by proposing a collaboration with Rizal Technological University (RTU) ...

RTU and Camarines Sur Polytechnic College Strengthen Partnership for Sustainable Development and Research Excellence

Rizal Technological University (RTU) and Camarines Sur Polytechnic College (CSPC) formalized their institutional partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) ...

RTU Explores Collaborative Green Initiatives with UAP Philippine Bamboo Project Special Committee

Led by the University President, Dr. Ma. Eugenia M. Yangco, Rizal Technological University met with the United Architects of the ...

Pasig City CSO Academy Recognized by DILG; RTU Serves as Pillar and Joins Launch of Pasig CSO Knowledge Hub

Rizal Technological University (RTU)—represented by University President Dr. Ma. Eugenia M. Yangco, together with Asst. Prof. Ricardo H. Momongan, Jr., ...

RTU ECSO Empowers University Extensionists at Project IGNITE 2.0

The Extension and Community Services Office’s (ECSO) Project IGNITE (Inspire Growth, Nurture Innovation, Transform Extensions) 2.0 brought together extensionists from ...

Rizaliano Chemapy and Industrial Engineers Enhance Livelihood Skills of Local Community in Dasmariñas

The Chemapy and Industrial Engineering Departments of Rizal Technological University (RTU) conducted their extension program, titled “Empower and Thrive: A ...

A Safer RTU: IALO Hosts Forum on Crime Prevention and Social Responsibility

In a productive partnership towards youth development, Rizal Technological University’s (RTU) International Affairs and Linkages Office (IALO) and the Save ...

RTU Enlists Tekton Social Development Association, Inc. as New Partner in Community-Focused Activities

Expanding the number of its partners for community development, Rizal Technological University (RTU) forged another partnership with the non-governmental organization ...

Rizaliano Electrical Engineers Empower Locals with Electrical Safety Knowledge

On November 30, 2025, the Electrical Engineering (EE) Department of Rizal Technological University (RTU) conducted a community extension activity at ...

RTU Civil Engineering Department Strengthens Community Resilience Through Extension Program with Habitat for Humanity PH and ADHHOPE

The Civil Engineering (CE) Department of Rizal Technological University (RTU), in collaboration with the Extension and Community Services Office (ECSO), ...

RTU Passes Stage 2 Certification Audit for ISO 21001:2018, Set to Receive Certification

The verdict is in—Rizal Technological University (RTU) passed the Stage 2 Audit for ISO 21001:2018 certification.In a week-long rigorous scrutinization ...

Assistant Professor Alim Wins Best Paper Presenter for Project MAKE Extension Program at IMREC 2025

Asst. Prof. John Benedick D. Alim made waves at the 3rd International Multidisciplinary Research-based Extension Conference (IMREC) 2025 as he ...

Rizaliano Extensionists and RTU Community Projects Shine at IMREC 2025

Delegates from Rizal Technological University (RTU) shone at the International Multidisciplinary Research-based Extension Conference (IMREC) 2025, held on November 19-22, ...

United in Progress: RTU Gathers Community Development Partners at Stakeholders’ Conference 2025

In recognition of the valuable contribution of Rizal Technological University’s (RTU) partners in community engagement and extension activities, the University, ...

Rizalianos Showcase Developmental Research on Developed Urban-Agri Structures Efficiency at 38th RSRDEH

Representatives from Rizal Technological University (RTU) proudly presented their developmental research titled “Efficiency of the RTU-Developed Planting Structures on the ...

RTU Highlights Commitment to Sustainability by Hosting Climate Change Stakeholders Convergence

Rizal Technological University (RTU) took center stage in advancing the nation’s climate and sustainability agenda by hosting the “Cities in ...