DOST introduces sustainable tables, chairs for schools
Science and Technology Sec. Renato Solidum Jr. ARMAN BAYLON/ PRESIDENTIAL FILE PHOTO
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Science and Technology’s Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) is hopeful to replace current wood and plastic school furniture, the agency said on Tuesday.
“Silyang Pinoy” is a school furniture mainly made from engineered bamboo and other raw materials.
The Silyang Pinoy will be multi-functional in which chairs and tables can be converted into other furniture.
“The Silyang Pinoy is an important development in providing quality furniture in primary and secondary public schools in the country. Our country’s geographic location situates us in the pathway of destructive typhoons,” said DOST Secretary Renato U. Solidum, Jr. in a statement.
“This furniture technology will support our educational school system and at the same time, be a sturdier furniture for evacuees who seek shelter in schools during disasters,” he added.
“The Silyang Pinoy is an important development…this furniture technology will support our educational school system and at the same time, be a sturdier furniture for evacuees who seek shelter in schools during disasters,” Solidum said.
“Supporting bamboo production not only provides economic opportunities for local bamboo farmers and e-bamboo producers; it also helps address the country’s wood supply problems,” FPRDI Director Romulo Aggangan added. —MJ Soriano, INQUIRER.net trainee
