Department of Science and Technology

Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging

Technology Research and Development
(DOST-PCIEERD)

CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2020

I. R&D FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

The Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research
and Development (PCIEERD) of the Department of Science and Technology
(DOST) is ready to accept research and development (R&D)/science and
technology (S&T) proposals for 2020. This Call for Proposals is for specific priority
areas identified in the Harmonized National R&D Agenda (HNRDA) 2017 – 2022.
Guided by the principle “Science for the People”, DOST – PCIEERD directs R&D
and S&T initiatives that will improve the innovation system to leverage economic
progress.

This funding opportunity encourages S&T collaboration and applied research

among Higher Education Institutes (HEIs), government Research and Development
Institutes (RDIs), non-profit S&T networks and organizations, private sector, and
other proponents seeking funding for their R&D initiatives.

A. Scope of R&D Work

Proposals must be aligned with the following program areas for funding
consideration.

1. Integrated and Intelligent Sensors and Actuators (IISA) for Intelligent

Factories

This call intends to solicit proposals on the integration of intelligent sensor

networks, coupled with AI, to improve existing systems and/or develop new
services and breakthroughs in science as applied to Intelligent Factories.

Partnership with an industry is required.

2. Convergence of Philippine Technologies for Smarter City Development

The cities of Cauayan, Iloilo, and Butuan were chosen as the pilot city of
implementation. With the city’s rapid economic and industrial growth, as well as
the local government’s enthusiasm and support in ushering innovation, the
concept and development of smarter cities in said sites has great potential, and
eventually, project as a good model to other cities.

This program can be outlined in three (3) components, namely, City

Development Strategy, Catalytic Projects, and Data Hub.

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 3. Energy Storage Module

Development of energy storage system using indigenous materials to reduce

dependence on imported high density-based energy storage systems. The
proponent should partner with a local battery manufacturer as possible
commercial producer.

The following materials for the energy storage system are prioritized with the
respective performance charge/discharge cycle life targets:

● Advanced Lead-acid batteries - 2 times the cycle period of conventional

lead-acid
● Nickel-iron Battery System - 5 times lower cycle period than lead-acid

4. Renewable Energy and Energy-Efficient Technologies

Introduction of innovative Renewable Energy (RE) and Energy-Efficient

Technologies for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) applications.
These technologies should improve the energy utilization index, reduce energy
consumption, and cost competitiveness of the MSMEs.

The following technologies are prioritized: monitoring and control systems for
energy management, energy sensors/actuators, efficient thermal systems,
energy-efficient prime mover systems.

5. Development of a Prototype for Ballast Water Treatment and Ships’

Biofouling Control and Management

This call would like to address the need to develop efficient and cost effective
ballast water treatment technologies to be used on board ships, and establish
programs to develop, test, evaluate and approve the same in accordance with
the Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC), an International
Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and
Sediments, 2004.

Further details of each program areas are specified in the Annex of this Call
document.

B. Expected Outputs, Outcomes, and Perceived Impact

1. Outputs - Resulting academic outputs such as: publications, patents filed,

products developed, facilities and partnerships established, people trained and
graduated, public service provided and science-based policies passed or
prepared from the completion of projects. Effort has to be made to always cite
or recognize the funding that was provided by DOST in all resulting outputs.

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 2. Outcomes - The effects or change directly realized from the delivery of
research outputs beyond academic knowledge and project manpower
development.

3. Impacts - Direct or indirect changes in the economy, environment, or society

beyond contributions to academic knowledge and manpower development that
may still be attributed to the project.

II. FUNDING AWARD INFORMATION

A. Fund Information

The DOST - PCIEERD anticipates R&D award up to P10,000,000 per project.

Programs and projects requiring larger budgets will also be entertained, subject
to deliberation of the PCIEERD Management Team (PMT).

B. Partial Funding

The DOST – PCIEERD may partially fund discrete portions or phases of proposed
projects. If DOST – PCIEERD decides to partially fund a proposal, it will do so in
a manner that does not prejudice any applicant or affect the basis upon which the
proposal or portion thereof, was evaluated and selected for award, and therefore
maintains the integrity of the selection process.

C. Deadline of Proposal Submission

The closing date for the submission of full-blown proposals through the e-
Proposals submission facility is on 2 August 2019. A notification will be issued
to eligible entities whose proposals have been evaluated and recommended for
award on or before 27 September 2019. A DOST - PCIEERD R&D Manager will
then be assigned to each project proponent to provide guidance in finalizing their
proposals.

D. Commencement Period for Approved Project

The target commencement period for approved projects may start on January
2020 or depending on the result of the evaluation and notice of award of
successful applicants.

E. Type of Funding

The funding for selected projects will be in the form of a research agreement under
the DOST - PCIEERD Grants – In - Aid (GIA) Program. Research agreements
permit substantial involvement of the DOST - PCIEERD designated R&D
Managers and the selected applicants in the performance of the work supported.
Although DOST - PCIEERD will negotiate precise terms and conditions relating to
substantial involvement as part of the award process, the anticipated substantial
Government involvement for this project will be:
● Close monitoring of the successful applicants’ performance to verify the results
reported by the applicant;

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 ● Collaboration during performance of the scope of work;
● Review of the substantive terms of proposed contracts and review of
competitive procurement procedures (DOST - PCIEERD will not select
contractors)
● Approval of qualifications of key program/project personnel (DOST - PCIEERD
will not select employees or contractors employed by the award recipient);
● Review and comment reports prepared under the research agreement

F. Supplementary Information

Demonstrations must involve new or experimental technologies, methods, or

approaches, where the results of the project will be disseminated so that others
can benefit from the knowledge gained in the demonstration project. A project that
is accomplished through the performance of routine, traditional, or established
practices, or a project that is simply intended to carry out a task rather than transfer
information or advance the state of knowledge, however worthwhile the project
might be, is not considered a demonstration project. Such projects/activities are
not eligible for funding under this announcement.

III. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

A. Eligible Entities

Any Filipino, public or private entity with proven competence may apply for GIA
support of DOST - PCIEERD and its grant - giving units, provided that projects fall
under the specific research areas with overall goal to benefit Filipinos.

Preference will be given to public and private universities and colleges, Research
and Development Institutes (RDIs), R&D Consortia, non-profit laboratories, other
public or private non- profit S&T institutions located in the Philippines. Non - profit
S&T organizations are those which: (1) are operated primarily for scientific,
educational, service, or similar purposes in the public interest; (2) are not
organized primarily for profit; and (3) use its net proceeds to maintain, improve,
and/or expand its operations. Non-profit organizations engaged in lobbying
activities are not eligible to apply.

B. Cost Sharing and Matching

The Applicant should provide at least 20% counterpart funding. Only eligible and
allowable costs may be used for counterpart fund and/or in - kind contribution (ex.
utility costs, office space rental, among others), as determined by DOST –
PCIEERD. The proposal must describe how the applicant will provide the
counterpart fund/in - kind contribution and the role that DOST - PCIEERD funding
will play in the overall project.

C. Threshold Criteria

The following are requirements during proposal submission to ensure

consideration for funding:

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 1. Only proposals from Eligible Entities that meet all of the criteria will be evaluated
against the ranking factors in Section V of this announcement. Applicants found
ineligible for funding consideration as a result of the threshold eligibility review
will be notified within 15 calendar days of the ineligibility determination.

2. Proposals to be submitted and/or funded under this announcement must

demonstrate the advancement of Science and Technology (S&T), alignment to
government’s economic policy direction, and program areas identified in
Section I.A.

3. Proposals (including all project documents submitted) must be written in

English.

4. Proposals must comply with the proposal submission instructions and

requirements set forth in Section IV of this announcement, otherwise these
proposals will be rejected.

5. Proposals must be received by the DOST - PCIEERD on or before the proposal

submission deadline specified in Section II.D of this announcement. Applicants
are responsible for ensuring that their proposals reach the DOST - PCIEERD
on the set deadline of submission.

6. Proposals received after the submission deadline will be considered late and
returned to the sender without further consideration unless the applicant can
clearly demonstrate that lateness was due to mishandling on the part of DOST
- PCIEERD.

IV. PROPOSAL AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION

A. Content of e-Proposals

1. Letter of Intent and Endorsement

Together with the proposal, DOST - PCIEERD requires submission of a formal

letter of intent from the applicant and an endorsement from the authorized head
of organization. The authorized head of the organization will also be the
principal signatory of their organization for the research agreement award.

The letter of Intent and Endorsement Letter should be addressed to:

Dr. Enrico C. Paringit

Executive Director
Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research
and Development (PCIEERD)
Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
5th Level, Science Heritage Building, DOST Compound,
Gen. Santos Ave., Bicutan, Taguig City 1630

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2. Narrative Proposal

Applicants are advised to download all applicable DOST – PCIEERD GIA

Forms from the PCIEERD website or the e-Proposals website and completely
accomplish these forms. Aside from the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in
the e-Proposals website, Guidelines for Uploading Files can be viewed once
the applicant registers and logs on in the system. Instructions for the e-
Proposals submission and forms are available from the PCIEERD website.

The narrative proposal work plan must explicitly describe the following in the
downloaded forms.

a. Project Rationale and Description

Describe the project rationale and significance of the proposed project to the
current needs of the country. It may include novelty, potential for
publication/IP, and success/failure ratio.

b. Project Objectives

State the specific purpose to be addressed by the project on the problem

areas identified.

c. Review of Literature

Summarize related research/activities that had been conducted. Include the

state – of – the - art of current technology/information/services from which
the proposal will take off. It may include the advantages of the technology
over existing technologies, market need, field testing requirements, and user
engagement.

d. Methodology

Summarize approaches on how the associated work products, processes,

information and services will be implemented, developed and acquired.

e. Work Plan

Describe specific activities and/or methods to be undertaken and estimated

timeline for each task.

f. Project Outputs, Expected Outcome, and Perceived Impact

Identify the expected project outputs and how the progress towards
achieving the outputs will be tracked and measured. Identify the expected
quantitative and qualitative outcomes of the project; including what
measurements will be used to track the progress towards achieving the
outcomes and how the results of the project will be evaluated.

Indicate the specific products, processes, or services which the project is

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 expected to produce and quantify possible socio - economic benefits, co -
investment, profitability, environment impacts and contribution towards the
advancement of S&T which can be derived from the project.

g. Financial Budget Requirement Work Plan

Indicate the estimated funding amounts for each work component/task,

which should be consistent with the Line - Item - Budget (LIB).

h. Line - Item – Budget (LIB)

Provide the total budget requirement for the project reflecting the counterpart
of the Applicant using DOST - PCIEERD Form A. Applicants must itemize
the costs related to personnel, travel, equipment, supplies, other direct costs,
and total costs. Equipment and other large expense items should be
supported with justification. Estimation for the rates of project personnel
should be in accordance with the prescribed rates for Honoraria and hiring
of DOST - GIA Personnel.

i. Attachments

Applicants may attach documents to the Narrative Proposal. These may

include related information on the proposed program/project like, resumes or
curriculum vitae, support letters from relevant agencies/organizations,
market supply/demand projections, among others. Below are explanations
of required information, which should be attached in the narrative proposal.
These can be submitted through the e-Proposals submission facility of DOST
- PCIEERD for this CFP.

a. Roles of the Applicant and Partners, if there is any.

b. Institution’s Track Record

Description of the applicant’s organization and experience related to the

proposed project.

c. Project Team Information

Short description of the roles of each project staff, expertise/qualifications,

and staff knowledge using DOST - PCIEERD Form J. The Applicant may
want to expound on how the manpower resources can be obtained to
successfully achieve the goals of the proposed project.

d. Past Performance

Programmatic Capability: Submit a list of government funded assistance

agreements or foreign equivalent assistance agreements similar in size,
scope and relevance to the proposed project that your organization
performed within the last three (3) years (no more than five (5) projects
agreements, and preferably PCIEERD/DOST agreements) and describe

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 (i) whether, and how, you were able to successfully complete and manage
those agreements and (ii) your history of meeting the reporting
requirements under those agreements including submitting acceptable
final technical reports.

B. e-Proposals Submission

Applicants are REQUIRED to submit proposals through the DOST – PCIEERD e-

Proposals submission facility before the Closing Date on 2 August 2019.
Applicants will receive automatic reply through email confirming receipt of
proposals.

C. Pre-Proposal Assistance and Communication

DOST - PCIEERD Project Managers are available to provide appropriate

assistance to potential applicants interested in competing for this Call for
Proposals. This may include assistance to potential applicants in determining
eligibility of the applicant or the applicant’s proposed project for funding, questions
about administrative issues relating to the submission of a proposal, and
clarifications on the announcement.

Contacts:

Energy Storage Module and Renewable Energy and Energy Efficient

Technologies:
Engr. Nonilo A. Peña
(+632) 837-2935; [email protected]

Development of a Prototype For Ballast Water Treatment and Ships’

Biofouling Control and Management:
Engr. Niñaliza H. Escorial
(+632) 837-2926; [email protected]

Integrated and Intelligent Sensors and Actuators and Smarter City

Programs:
Ms. Edna C. Nacianceno
(+632) 837-2071 to 82 local 2106; [email protected]

V. EVALUATION CRITERIA

Only those proposals that meet the threshold criteria in Section III Part C will be
evaluated according to the criteria set forth below. Applicants should directly and
explicitly address these criteria as part of their proposal submission. Each proposal
will be rated using point system, with a total of 100 points.

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A. Evaluation Criteria
Criteria Points

1. Project Approach: The DOST - PCIEERD will evaluate the following 30

factors:
1.1 Strategies of implementation for addressing all of the
requirements in Section I
1.2 Technical soundness of the proposal
1.3 Reasonable timeframe for the execution of the tasks associated
with the project
1.4 If proposal includes a commitment for the involvement of partner
institution or a private cooperator to utilize the technology,
services and or eventual transfer of results of the project.
2. Outputs and Outcomes: 30
2.1 Extent and quality to which the proposal describes the evaluative
component of the project, including how the applicant’s success
in achieving the expected project outputs and outcomes for
addressing the requirement in Section I Part B;
2.2 How results can be quantified, tracked and measured, as
mentioned in the Project Results of the Narrative Proposal
Section.
3. Track Record of Applicant: The DOST - PCIEERD will evaluate the 15
applicant’s technical ability to successfully complete and manage
the proposed project taking into account the following:
3.1 Track record in successfully completing and managing
equivalent funded assistance agreements (assistance
agreements include government and/or foreign equivalent
grants and agreements) similar in size, scope, and relevance to
the proposed project performed within the last 3 years,
3.2 History of meeting reporting requirements under government
and/or foreign equivalent funded assistance agreements
(assistance agreements include government and/or foreign
equivalent grants and agreements) similar in size, scope, and
relevance to the proposed project performed within the last 3
years and submitting acceptable final technical reports or the
equivalent under those agreements, and
3.3 Institution’s existing facility/capability to carry out similar project
towards achieving the expected outcomes and outputs (e.g.,
results) under government and/or foreign equivalent funded
assistance agreements performed within the last 3 years.

NOTE: In evaluating applicants under this criterion, the PCIEERD may

also consider relevant information from other sources including agency
files and prior/current grantors (e.g., to verify and/or supplement the
information supplied by the applicant). Applicants with no relevant or
available past performance or reporting history will receive a neutral
score for these elements. A neutral score is half of the total points
available in a subset of possible points. If no response is provided for
these items, the applicant may receive a score of 0 for these factors.

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 4. Staff Expertise/Qualifications: 15
4.1 Project Personnel expertise/qualifications to successfully
achieve the goals of the proposed project, and
4.2 Description of the applicant’s organization and experience
relating to the proposed project.
5. Budget/Resources: 10
5.1 Proposed project budget is reasonable/justifiable to accomplish
the proposed goals, objectives, and measurable project outputs
and outcomes
5.2 Applicant’s counterpart to complement the PCIEERD funding as
a requirement in Section III Part B. Extent on how the applicant
will allocate the use of PCIEERD funding with other sources of
funds to carry out the proposed project(s).
TOTAL 100

B. Review and Selection Process

A review team will evaluate each proposal using the evaluation criteria described
above. Each proposal will be given a numerical score and will be ranked
accordingly. Preliminary funding recommendations will be forwarded to the
Approving Authorities based on this ranking.

C. Other Factors

The Approving Authorities, based on the rankings and preliminary

recommendation of the DOST - PCIEERD evaluation team, will make final funding
decisions. In making the final funding decisions, the Approving Authorities may
also consider programmatic priorities and geographic diversity of grants.

VI. AWARD ADMINISTRATION

A. Award Notices

Following the evaluation of proposals, all applicants will be notified on the status
of their proposals.

Proposal Notifications.

a. DOST - PCIEERD will notify the successful applicant, via telephone,

electronic or postal mail on or before 27 September 2019. The notification
informs the Applicant that his/her Proposal has been successfully evaluated
and recommended for award.

b. This notification is NOT an authorization to begin implementation. The award

notice signed by the DOST - PCIEERD Executive Director is the authorizing
document and will be used for the execution of the project through a
Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) among parties.

c. DOST - PCIEERD will also notify the unsuccessful applicant(s) via electronic

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 or postal mail on or before 27 September 2019.

B. Administrative and DOST GIA Policy Requirement

The Grants – In – Aid (GIA) award shall be governed by the DOST GIA Guidelines.

C. Reporting Requirement

Quarterly progress reports summarize technical progress, planned activities for

the next quarter, summary of expenditures, and a detailed final report will be
required. The final report shall be completed within 90 calendar days after the
completion of the period of performance. Required forms are downloadable from
the PCIEERD website and may be provided by the PCIEERD upon the awarding
of the agreement to eligible applicants.

VII. PCIEERD CONTACT

For further inquiries, the applicant may contact:

Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Council for Industry, Energy
and Emerging Technology Research and Development (DOST - PCIEERD)

ATTN: MS. GRACE F. ESTILLORE

Chief SRS, Policy Coordination and
Monitoring Division (PCMD)
4th Level Science Heritage Building
DOST Complex, Gen. Santos Ave.
Bicutan, Taguig City
[email protected]
(+632) 837 - 2071 to 82 Local 2107

All questions or comments must be communicated in writing via postal mail,

facsimile, or electronic mail to the above contact person.

Timetable

Activities Dates
Announcement of Call for Proposal 28 June 2019
Closing Date for Submission of Full–Blown Proposal 2 August 2019
Notification of Successful Applicants On or Before 27
September 2019

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 Annex

Details of the Call for Proposals

1. Integrated and Intelligent Sensors and Actuators for Intelligent Factories

This call intends to solicit proposals on the integration of intelligent sensor
networks, coupled with AI, to improve existing systems and/or develop new
services and breakthroughs in science as applied to Intelligent Factories.

An industry partner is required that will have specific needs or requirements to

be addressed through R&D. Enumerated are some examples:
● Industrial Internet of Things
● Interconnection of objects in a control system (a neural network)
● Automation and monitoring of production process

2. Convergence of Philippine Technologies for Smarter City Development

CFP 2020 chooses the cities of Cauayan, Iloilo, and Butuan as its pilot cities of
implementation. With the city’s rapid economic and industrial growth, as well as
the local government’s enthusiasm and support in ushering innovation, the
concept and development of a smarter cities in these sites has great potential,
and eventually, project as a good model to other cities in the Philippines.

This program can be outlined in three components, namely, City Development

Strategy, Catalytic Projects, and Data Hub. Further discussion of the
components follows.

City Development Strategy

This phase essentially focuses on effective land use planning. Areas of the city
must be carefully assessed to know whether a particular site is for residence,
commercialization, or protection. The goal is to provide a sustainable layout for
the city that can support its people, as well as the provision of their citizens’ basic
needs, services, and infrastructure. Such a layout will be crucial in identifying
the challenges that the city faces, providing evidence-based solutions that
address the identified issues, and ultimately achieving sustainability and
efficiency. Partnerships with different governmental, social, and educational
institutions will be essential in the achievement of the goals of this phase.

Catalytic Projects

Once the urban layout is undertaken, what needs to be identified first and
foremost is the kind of economic activity that will fuel the accomplishment of the
city’s programs and projects. This is an exercise of knowing what the current
capabilities of the city are, and having the understanding to utilize these

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capabilities to usher in more developmental opportunities for the local
government.

Private and public sectors will be identified as to who will be putting investments
in these areas for development, and how much it will contribute to local gross
domestic product. A detailed engineering & architectural design is then needed
to support the highlighted economic activity, which should be in accordance with
the city development strategy set out in the previous phase.

This phase recognizes the fact that the Philippine national government has
limited budget to accommodate ambitious projects such as this one, so the
commitment coming from the local governments to a fiscal responsibility is
crucial in the achievement of the city’s goals and objectives.

Data Hub

The key to a smarter city is the ability to leverage on the collection, processing,
and use of data to make more effective and efficient everyday decisions. The
establishment of a data hub is important to ensure an evidence-based planning
and decision-making approach for the city executives, as they are guided by a
facility that can monitor the impacts, externalities, and progress of the city under
its projects.

Through the data hub, data is basically devolved and localized to the city
governments for use in support & guidance of their local planning and decisions.
Broadening our perspectives, the concept of a smart city really revolves around
making better and more informed decisions through careful assessment and use
of data.

Moreover, this includes impact assessment and continuous monitoring of the

projects implemented so as to provide a basis for their continuity and success.

The call focuses on the following targeted themes:

Economic opportunity: residents are supported by a thriving local economy.

Examples of outcomes in this area could include: increased employment
opportunities; reductions in processing times for business permits;
improvements in skill levels in the local labor force.

Empowerment and inclusion: residents are supported and given the

opportunity to participate in the community. Examples of outcomes in this
area could include: reduced homelessness rates; reductions in the number of
institutionalized children and youth; better integration of newcomers,
refugees, youth, seniors, visible minorities, etc. in the community;
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 opportunities to participate in, and to be informed about, the democratic
process/decisions affecting the community.

Environmental quality: residents are able to enjoy a healthy environment.

Examples of outcomes in this area could include: reduced greenhouse gas
emissions; reductions in environmental contaminant levels; habitat
preservation or renewal; water treatment facility.

Healthy living and recreation: residents are able to live an active and
healthy life. Examples of outcomes in this area could include: increased
access to recreational programming; availability of remote health services;
reduction in adverse health outcomes.

Mobility: residents can move freely within their community. Examples of

outcomes in this area could include increased accessibility to public
transportation; reduced first mile/last mile gaps; reduction of congestion.

Safety and security: residents live in a safe and secure community.

Examples of outcomes in this area could include reduced crime rates;
increased safety for women; improved emergency response times.

Technologies to be used

There is no limit to the number of technologies that may be used. PCIEERD is

interested in understanding the range of technologies that communities are
considering as part of their applications to achieve perceived outcome(s).

● Artificial intelligence (AI)

● Augmented reality (AR) or Virtual reality (VR)
● Big data analytics
● Cloud computing
● Enterprise solutions
● Environmental monitoring
● Geospatial / GIS or Remote Sensing
● Internet of Things (IoT)
● Mobile applications
● Networks
● Open data platforms
● Payment platforms
● Sensors and actuators
● Wearables
● Advanced materials
● BIM Construction technology
● Other: please specify
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3. Energy Storage Module (with local battery commercial provider)
This program area aims to develop energy storage system using indigenous
materials to reduce dependence from imported high density-based energy
storage systems.

The following materials for the energy storage system are prioritized with the
respective performance charge/discharge cycle life targets:
● Advanced Lead-acid batteries - 2 times the cycle period of conventional
lead-acid
● Nickel-iron Battery System - 5 times lower cycle period than lead-acid

4. Renewable Energy and Energy Efficient Technologies

Introduction of innovative Renewable Energy (RE) and Energy Efficient
Technologies for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) applications.
These technologies should improve the energy utilization index, reduce energy
consumption, and cost competitiveness of the MSMEs.

The following technologies are prioritized: monitoring and control systems for
energy management, energy sensors/actuators, efficient thermal systems,
energy efficient prime mover systems.

5. Development of a Prototype for Ballast Water Treatment and Ships’

Biofouling Control and Management
The Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) is the lead agency for the control
and management of ships’ biofouling and ballast water management in the
country.

In this connection, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is

responsible to provide input in general on technologies available for the
implementation of the International Convention for the Control and
Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments, 2004.

This call would like to address the need to develop efficient and cost effective
ballast water treatment technologies to be used on board ships, and establish
programs to develop, test, evaluate and approve the same in accordance with
the Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC), an International
Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and
Sediments, 2004.

This would also include study on biofouling (micro and macro) control,
management and monitoring of the effects of ballast water management in
waters under study. Such research and monitoring should include observation,
measurement, sampling, evaluation and analysis of the effectiveness and
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adverse impacts of any technology or methodology as well as any adverse
impacts caused by the organisms and pathogens that have been identified to
have been transferred through ships’ ballast water.

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