Topic Approval

Proponent

Proposal Reference:
Issue: Lack of Urban greeneries and public recreational parks in NCR

Is the issue relevant? Yes No

Proposed Topic: Revitalizing Pasig Riverfront to a smart, sustainable
recreational public space by promoting urban forest and
walkability.
Does the topic have a Yes No
connection with the
issue?
Abstract The Pasig River runs from Laguna de Bay to Manila Bay. It divides the
northern and southern sides of Manila, the capital of the Philippines, and the
surrounding metropolitan region, across 25.2 kilometers. The study will
focus on revitalizing the riverfront of Pasig River and making it more
pedestrian-friendly with open parks and public activity areas. Also, it will
incorporate Smart, sustainable technology to benefit future users. Also, it
acts as a buffer zone for storm surges to prevent flooding across Metro
Manila.

Did the proponent’s Yes No

abstract clearly
describe the gist of
the research?

Significance of the This study will be helpful for the residents along or near the Pasig River and
research topic the entire Metro Manila, and for future designers, for it will be revitalized and
maximize the use of the riverfront for public use by designing a recreational
park. Also, it will help the said river by Implementing walkability and
inclusive design for its users. Thus, it will help reduce the carbon footprint of
Metro Manila.

Is the topic Yes No

significant?

Possible approaches/ The study will use qualitative and quantitative methods. The study
methods to achieve will analyze the behavior of the Pasig River, especially during the
the goal rainy season. It will also determine what smart technologies best fit
the said recreational park. Underneath the riverfront will act as the
storm drainage that will hold a volume of water to prevent flooding in
low-lying areas, especially during a typhoon. Also, the riverfront will
serve as an open park and recreational space to promote walkability
across National Capital Region.

Will the proponent’s Yes No

approaches/methods
have an impact on the
study?

Do you approve of the Yes No

proposed topic?
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