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Geographic Innovations for Development Solutions, Inc. (GRIDS) provides technology-driven solutions to support sustainable development and informed decision-making.

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Mapping better decisions

For over a decade, GRIDS has delivered GIS, digital platforms, and data-driven solutions that support environmental protection, climate resilience, and smarter governance.

Training

Geographic Information System (GIS) Basic and Advanced

The Basic and Advanced Geographic Information Systems Training is developed for professionals and students who are interested to either jumpstart their career in the field of GIS or simply wanted to upskill and be abreast with current developments in mapping and use of GIS.

As a two-day event, GIS training is packed with hands-on experience-based and industry-relevant information that is definitely made easier to follow and complete. The training includes an assessment that leads to a GRIDS certificate or a QGIS-verified certificate.

Student

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For starters with zero knowledge on GIS
Individuals who are interested to learn about GIS
Professionals aiming to upskill with GIS
Students who need GIS for research and school work

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Professional

₱ 0
per training

For those with intermediate experience in GIS or completers of Basic GIS
Professionals who want to refresh their knowledge on GIS
Individuals who want to update their skills on QGIS
Technicians who wants to learn GIS for specific uses

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Training offerings are available through online platform. To know more
details, email us at grids.inc.ph@gmail.com or message us on Facebook
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Environmental & Development Studies

Environmental Impact

Assessment (EIA)

Economic valuation

Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment (VAA)

Climate and Disaster Risk Assessment (CDRA)

Comprehensive Land Use Plans (CLUP)

Local Climate Change Action Plan (LCCAP)

Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP)

Forest Land-use Plan (FLUP)

Ecotourism Master Planning

  • Watershed management plan

Biodiversity Assessment

Watershed Characterization and Vulnerability Assessment (WCVA)

  • Climate Risk Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA)

IT and Application Development

  • Database management

  • Website Development

  • Custom software development

Geospatial Services

Mapping using GIS and Remote sensing

LiDAR data processing

Resource surveying

Modeling (i.e., Hydrologic, Fire)

Tax mapping

Capacity Buildings

  • GIS training (Basic & Advance)

  • Training in remote sensing

  • Flood Modelling training

  • AutoCAD training

  • Refresher courses (Forestry and Environmental Planning)

  • Database management

  • Website Development

  • Custom software development

Our Partners

Lester Ryan P. Mojica

CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

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GIS 85%
Remote Sensing 90%
Land Cover Mapping and Change Detection Analysis 95%

Lester Ryan P. Mojica is a Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) Specialist with expertise in environmental planning and management. He is knowledgeable in LiDAR Mapping, Google Earth Engine processing and object-based image analysis (OBIA) classification using commercial and open-source software.

Education

  • MS in Environmental Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2009 – 2014)
  • Units in Urban and Regional Planning (2nd semester AY 2010-2011)
  • BS in Forestry, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2005 – 2009)

As an environmental planner, his current research interests involve the use and application of remote sensing technologies in understanding the dynamics and processes undergoing in natural and social environments. This includes land cover change detection and analysis, climate risks vulnerability assessment, scenario modeling and prediction, and spatial health and epidemiology. Since 2014, he has been involved in various research projects concerning different environmental studies.

As the current company secretary of Geographic Innovations for Development Solutions, Inc. (GRIDS, Inc.), his main task is focused on the formulation of project proposals anchored to different client needs. He also leads the facilitation of the capacity-building activities of the firm.

“ A vision without calculated actions will forever remain just like that --- an abstract and haunting representation of your frustrations.”

Participant's Profile

By providing all the information requested in this information sheet, you agree that all your answers will be saved in our participants database. Rest assured that all the contact details that will be collected thru this form will be used for training matters only, including the sending of updates and training invitations in the future.

If you have questions or other concerns regarding this, kindly send it to grids.inc.ph@gmail.com.

Pre-training Assessment
Instruction: On a scale of1 to 10, assess your knowledge and skill level for each topic listed below (1 – lowest; 10 – highest).

Roxanne A. Banalo

Economic Valuation

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Project Management 65%
Planning 80%
GIS 80%

A licensed Environmental Planner mainly works with grassroot communities through institutional interventions.

Education

  • MS in Environmental Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2015)
  • BS in Agribusiness Management, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2010)
  • Units in BA Economics, Colegio de Los Baños, Los Baños, Laguna

With extensive experience in research and development work in the fields of environmental and natural resource management, Ms. Banalo’s recent project involvements are mainly focused on the socio-economic effects of development and climate change. Her previous research assignments allowed her to work closely with people from different professions, affiliations, and nationalities.

“The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.”

Helbert B. Buling

AutoCAD Specialist

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AutoCAD 95%
3d Visualization 80%
GIS 70%

A teacher at DepEd and part-time Instructor at San Jose Community College.

Education

  • M.A. in Education Administration and Supervision (units), D.B. Peña Memorial College Foundation
  • B.S. Electrical Engineering, Divine Word College of Legazpi (2014)
  • B.S. Electrical Engineering (units), University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2011)

Engr. Buling has been in the research sector as the head of the mapping department of the environmental consultancy firm. He was also in the private sector as a Field Engineer of Tiaong Geothermal Power Corporation. During this time, he had gained extensive experience in mapping and general engineering office practice.

Upon returning to his Hometown in Albay, he became a teacher at DepEd and a part-time Instructor at San Jose Community College. Despite his love for teaching, he has not stopped being a part-time Engineering Consultant.

Relax. Take it slow and let the good time roll.

Jayson L. Arizapa

Training Division Head

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GIS 80%
Project Management 80%
GIS 80%

A licensed forester and geospatial technology enthusiast.

Education

  • MS in Forestry, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2017-2019)
  • BS in Forestry, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2010-2014)
  • Certificate in Forestry, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2008-2010)

Jayson Arizapa is a Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) practitioner whose main interest is on satellite remote sensing and its application to forestry and natural resources management, and disaster risk reduction and management. As a professional, he has been involved as a researcher in projects focusing on flood and landslide modelling. He has also served as a resource person in various trainings and seminars on GIS/RS for students and professionals.

Outside his professional work, Mr. Arizapa has found interest learning about the financial market.

“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great”

Hector Manuel Jon C. Brizuela

Strategic Communications, Resilience, and Dev.

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Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience 70%
Training and Capacity Development 80%
Social Impact Research 90%

Education

  • MA Philippine Studies (Development Studies), University of the Philippines Diliman (2015-ongoing)
  • BS in Development Communication, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2006-2011)

Hector Brizuela, EnP. is a university faculty in Manila, Philippines. Aside from instruction, he serves as Strategic Communications Partner at Geographic Innovations and Development Solutions, Inc. (GRIDS, Inc.). For the past 10 years, he’s been involved in multiple development planning projects including in the fields of tourism, community disaster resilience, energy, and policy development.
Hector is a registered and licensed Environmental Planner and a trained Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner certified by DOLE-Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC).

“Disasters gives us two things: a moment to react and a decision to overcome.” -

Milben Bragais

PRESIDENT

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Flood Modeling 90%
GIS 85%
Remote Sensing 80%

A licensed Forester and Environmental Planner committed to provide innovative solutions to environmentally related problems thru GIS and Remote sensing.

Education

  • MS in Environmental Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2014)
  • BS in Forestry, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna (2009)

Mr. Bragais is a geographic information system (GIS) practitioner in fields of environmental science and disaster risk reduction and management. He is a co-founder and the incumbent President of Geographic Innovations for Development Solutions, Inc. (GrIDS), a registered environmental consultancy firm that aims to provide scientifically-based decisions using GIS.

Thru GrIDS, he provides capacity building training for local government units, academe, students, researchers, and all interested professionals to mainstream the application of GIS to the climate change adaptation efforts in the Philippines.

“We are forever grateful for every opportunity to share our skills knowing that each training is another step in creating positive impacts to the community and to the environment.”

SEC

CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION

Geographic Innovations for Development Solutions, Inc. Since March 2016

PhilGEPS

CERTIFICATE OF PHILGEPS REGISTRATION (Platinum Membership)

Issued August 4,2020 – Valid until August 4, 2021

QGIS

CERTIFYING ORGANIZATION

Approved since January 11, 2019

BINUNGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

2019 CSR: Mapping Better Futures – Back to School Program at Binunga Elementary School, Buenavista, Marinduque, June 8, 2019

CAWAYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

Geographic Innovations for Development Solutions, Inc. with Company Registration No. CS201605349 issued March 14, 2016

EDC

CERTIFICATE

For Satisfactory Completion of Forest Monitoring and Evaluation Project issued November 7, 2018

IRRI

CERTIFICATE

Geographic Innovations for Development Solutions, Inc. with Company Registration No. CS201605349 issued March 14, 2016

EDC and BINHI

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

Guest Exhibitor during the 2018 BINHI Day issued June 29, 2018

MERALCO MGEN

CERTIFICATE OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

For providing a successful training entitled 2018 Advanced GIS Training: Photogrammetry last April 24-26, 2018

EDC

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

Guest Exhibitor during the 2017 GIS Day issued November 24, 2017

Lope Manlangit, F. P. Ibasco, and Quinapaguian Elementary Schools

CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION

2017 CSR: Mapping Better Futures – Back to School Program in three island barangays of Mercedes, Camarines Norte last July 22-23, 2017