Bacolod City Digital Transformation
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| Published | 2025-06-01 |
| Point(s) of Contact | James Lee Alfonso |
| Organization(s) | The Manila Times |
| Where | Bacolod City Philippines |
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Bacolod City has been nominated for the Philippine Smart and Sustainable Communities Awards 2025 by the Department of Science and Technology. The city's initiatives focus on digital transformation, aiming to enhance service delivery, economic competitiveness, and environmental sustainability.
Bacolod City is actively leveraging science, technology, and innovation to enhance its urban environment's livability and sustainability. A cornerstone of this transformation is the Bacolod Super City Project, a $36€ 31.68 <br />£ 26.64 <br />CA$ 45.72 <br />CNY 227.88 <br />KRW 44.116 <br /> million public-private partnership with High-Data Infra Corp. This decade-long initiative aims to modernize the city's infrastructure through phased developments. The initial phase focuses on establishing a centralized command center to streamline e-governance, traffic management, disaster response, and public safety. Subsequent phases include deploying intelligent streetlamp poles equipped with dynamic cameras for monitoring traffic, crowds, and potential flooding, thereby enhancing real-time data collection and urban resilience.
In alignment with its smart city ambitions, Bacolod has unveiled the Urban Master Plan 2050, emphasizing effective governance, a diversified economy, environmental security, and the creation of smart, green urban centers. This comprehensive plan integrates technological advancements to address urban challenges and promote sustainable development. By fostering a vibrant economy and ensuring environmental protection, the city aims to improve residents' quality of life while attracting investments and tourism.
Bacolod's commitment to innovation is further evidenced by its active participation in national initiatives promoting smart and sustainable communities. The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) recognizes cities that utilize technology and innovation to enhance urban functionality and livability. Bacolod's efforts in integrating science and technology into its urban planning and governance have positioned it as a contender for such recognitions,
Moreover, Bacolod's engagement in international platforms, such as the International Smart City Exposition and Networking Engagement (iSCENE) 2025, highlights its proactive approach to adopting global best practices in urban innovation. By collaborating with experts and other cities, Bacolod seeks to implement cutting-edge solutions tailored to its unique context. These initiatives collectively underscore Bacolod City's strategic use of science, technology, and innovation to build a more livable, sustainable, and future-ready urban environment.