BAGUIO CITY, Philippines — Mayor Benjamin Magalong joined DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum Jr. in leading the unveiling of the plaque for the Artificial Groundwater Recharge Facility (AGRF) at the Athletic Bowl, Burnham Park, Baguio City.

In his welcome message, Mayor Magalong emphasized the importance of innovative, science-based solutions in addressing water scarcity, flooding, and the impacts of extreme weather—key challenges faced by Baguio and neighboring areas.

The AGRF uses sustainable technology to store clean rainwater in underground aquifers during the rainy season, enhancing groundwater supply, reducing flood risks, and ensuring a steady water source for domestic and agricultural needs year-round.

Baguio City is proud to be one of the pilot sites for this climate-resilient project, alongside the Strawberry Farm in La Trinidad, Benguet—funded by DOST and implemented by ERDB–WWRRDEC under the DOST NICER Program, with monitoring from DOST–PCIEERD. / MRM/ ET