The Electric Vehicle Association of the Philippines (EVAP) has partnered with De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde (DLS-CSB) to promote sustainable transportation and advance electric vehicle (EV) technology in the country.
As the newest academic member of EVAP, Benilde will collaborate on curriculum development, research projects, competitions, and industry exposure programs related to EV technology.
Faculty members and students will take part in various initiatives, including hosting events and participating in contests focused on sustainable mobility.
EVAP will provide support through curricular consultations, resource sharing, and thesis development to align academic programs with industry needs. The organization will also offer expert guidance on national EV policies, industry standards, and regulations.
The partnership was formalized through a memorandum of agreement signed by EVAP president Edmund Araga, chairman Rommel Juan, Benilde vice chancellor for academics Angelo Marco Lacson, and School of Environment and Design (SED) Dean Ar. Harvey Vasquez. Faculty member Patrick Sunico facilitated the collaboration, while Industrial Design Program chairperson Romeo Catap Jr. oversaw the signing. Student representatives Roland Reynoso and Jared Sanchez also attended the event.
As part of the partnership, Benilde participated in the 12th Philippine Electric Vehicle Summit, the country’s largest annual EV conference and exhibition.
Industrial Design students, mentored by Sunico and professors Manuel Dacanay Jr. and Christian Pagulayan, competed in the E-Tricycle Design Contest against other EVAP-affiliated schools. Paolo Aquino, Joey Manalansan, and Aurma Matriano secured the top prize, while Manuel Babasa, Juliana Jaurigue, and Adriel Ramos placed third.
Several raffle prizes, including two e-scooters, were awarded during the event.