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Project GENESIS nears operationalization as MinSU inks MOA with DEPDev for innovation grant funding

Another milestone carved in the history of MinSU as Project GENESIS gets one step closer to its implementation.

Mindoro State University (MinSU) brings Project GENESIS (Green Energy Network for Enhanced Synoptic Integrated Station) one step closer to operationalization as a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was finally inked between them and the Department of Economy, Planning and Development (DEPDev), formerly National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), for an innovation grant funding worth P9.6 million.

Project GENESIS is an expansion of Project MOSES, a collaborative initiative between MinSU and the Department of Science and Technology–MIMAROPA (DOST-MIMAROPA), which provides real-time meteorological data in the municipalities of Naujan and Victoria. Spearheaded by Engr. Christian B. Hernandez as Project Leader and co-implemented by Engr. Arvin Tolentino, the project operates under the leadership of Mr. Leonel C. Mendoza, MinSU Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension (RDE).

The MOA, which will serve as a stepping stone for the actualization of the project, was officially signed on July 10, 2025 at Mega Tower, Mandaluyong City by DEPDev officials, including Undersecretary Rosemarie G. Edillon of the Policy and Planning Group and Director IV Diane Gail L. Maharjan of the Innovation Staff. Meanwhile, MinSU was represented by Dr. Enya Marie D. Apostol, University President, and Engr. Hernandez.

With the goal of enhancing disaster risk management and strengthening disaster preparedness, Project GENESIS aims to upgrade existing Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled synoptic weather stations. Key components of the project include the development of a mobile application for real-time weather data access, the automation of river basin water level monitoring systems, and the establishment of a green, disaster-resilient operations center.

Once fully operational, Project GENESIS is expected to significantly benefit the Provincial and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMOs) across Oriental Mindoro.

Project GENESIS is one of only 13 proposals nationwide approved for funding under the 2024 NEDA Innovation Grants, awarded in February 2025. It serves as the second phase of MinSU’s flagship climate monitoring initiative, marking another milestone in the university’s commitment to science-driven, community-focused innovation.

Credits: Engr. Christian B. Hernandez

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