UP Environment and Tourism Society

And that’s a wrap for EcoTreesta 2026! 💚

As we bring this semester to a close, UP Ecotour hopes that the advocacies we continue to push forward do not end after an event concludes. May the environmental challenges we face serve as a reminder of the need for our active participation and meaningful actions toward protecting our communities and the environment. Green spaces need us now more than ever to keep the Soul of the Soil alive!

With that, we express our gratitude to UP Pook Arboretum for providing us with an insightful experience. A huge thank you as well to all the participants who joined us and made significant contributions to our local community. Check out the photos below to revisit our last event of the academic year! 🌱✨

✨ A legacy of excellence. A journey through time. A celebration of heritage and purpose.

The UP Asian Institute of Tourism proudly marks its 50th year through Lakbay & Pamana — a commemorative celebration honoring five decades of tourism leadership, sustainability, and nation-building.

This capstone event brings together stories of the past and visions for the future through meaningful and immersive experiences that showcase the enduring legacy of UP AIT.

Join us as we celebrate the people, milestones, and memories that shaped generations of tourism professionals and continue to inspire the future of the industry. 💛

📍 UP Asian Institute of Tourism, Student Lounge
📅 Event Proper: May 20, 2026
🕐 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
🎟️ Entrance Fee: ₱100
🖼️ Photo Exhibit: May 20–22, 2026

Dito Nagsimula, Dito Magpapatuloy.

Minor organization partners:
UP Environment and Tourism Society (UP Ecotour)
UP Student Action for Responsive Leadership in Tourism (START AIT)
Junior Tourism & Hospitality Management Association of the Philippines (JTHMAP)

𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗦𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮: 𝗣.𝗦. 𝗜𝗟𝗬 is almost here, and your seat is waiting🩷

From keynote talks and film showcases to live performances and a creative exhibit, this is your front-row seat to where cinema meets travel, and stories come alive 🎬✨

Don’t let someone else take your spot!

🎟️ 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗡𝗢𝗪!
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📍IBG-KAL Theatre
🗓️ May 18, 2026

Love the Philippines through film. 🎞️

Goodness gracious! We’re finally going to see each other tomorrow! 😳

We are officially on board for our last flagship event of the year tomorrow, Eco-Treestas! This would not have been possible without your unwavering passion for serving the community and the environment. The spirit of sustainability and collective action is felt now more than ever as we celebrate the Soul of the Soil! ✨

See you bright and early tomorrow at 8:00 AM as we take part in educational discussions, planting activities, and a mini get-together where we’ll debrief and share our experiences and highlights from the day.

Let’s make this event memorable and rooted in purpose. See you there! 🌳💚

And… you can still register today through this link:

https://forms.gle/StFDnaH3hYJaVHRLA

💫 Five days left, Eco-Warriors! 💫

Our event is just around the corner, and we’d love to give you a glimpse of the activities anchored in sustainability for EcoTreesta 2026: Soul of the Soil! Check out the photos below to learn more about how we’re bringing these initiatives to life.

Once again, we’re calling on you to be part of EcoTreesta 2026 on May 11 (Monday), from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM at UP Pook Arboretum, as we support youth learning and champion environmental stewardship. 🫂🌳

Register now, Eco-Treestas!

https://forms.gle/StFDnaH3hYJaVHRLA
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It’s been a long, long time since we last grew something together… 🌱

It’s been a while since our last event, Eco-Warriors! Before the semester ends, we don’t want to miss the opportunity to take part in a simple and meaningful action for the environment. Therefore, we are excited to announce that “EcoTreesta 2026: Soul of the Soil” is finally happening! 🤩

This year, we are going back to UP Pook Arboretum to plant and nurture not just trees, but also our strong commitment to developing initiatives for environmental protection through the organization. Beyond the importance of the arboretum to biodiversity, this event aims to highlight the communities that are the very reason for maintaining a space that serves everyone.

Let us plant a legacy for the environment on May 11 (Monday) from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and help cultivate a greener and more mindful tomorrow! ✨💚

Register now through this link:

https://forms.gle/StFDnaH3hYJaVHRLA 
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Observed every 30th day of March, the International Day of Zero Waste is an annual event that highlights the importance of global waste management and sustainable consumption and production practices. This year's theme focuses on food waste—a critical yet preventable contributor to environmental harm.

Food waste is occurring at an alarming rate worldwide, thereby weakening our food security and hindering the world from achieving a sustainable, zero-waste, circular future. In 2022 alone, approximately 1 billion tonnes of food – nearly one-fifth of the available food to consumers – was wasted. Additionally, almost 19% of the available food for consumers is wasted every year. This contributes to the rising climate change and the depletion of valuable resources such as land, water, and energy.

In the Philippines, food waste is a daily reality—from restaurant leftovers to the food scraps from our households. Due to convenience and busy lifestyles, food waste becomes a common struggle, especially among students and urban workers. Some places also lack proper waste management systems, making it harder to control the waste.

So this International Day of Zero Waste, let’s start with what's on our plates. Plan ahead and carefully consider the amount of food you’ll consume and how much is already stored to prevent the accumulation of food waste. Eat only what you can finish; share your extra food to avoid unnecessary disposal of what can still be consumed safely. You may even turn leftovers into something new for you to consume, rather than throwing them away. Lastly, always remember to practice proper waste disposal. Sustainable practices don’t stop upon consuming, but it also consists of how we dispose of any waste properly to avoid polluting or destroying our environment. Small actions can go a long way, and together, they can make a difference.