Assoc. Prof. Christian Enoval is a multi-awarded engineering leader in the Philippines. He works full time as the Acting Vice President for Information Technology Group, Chief Information Officer and Technology Services Department Head of Public Safety Savings & Loans Association, Inc. (PSSLAI), the fastest-growing savings and loan association in the Philippines with 90 billion pesos total in assets as of this year.
He is also an Associate Professorial Lecturer under the Electronics Engineering Department of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. With over fourteen years experience both in academia and industry, he has extensive expertise and managed projects related to ICT, Telecommunications, Financial Technology, Banking, IT Service Management, and Technology and Engineering Management.

Assoc. Prof. Enoval holds a BSc in Electronics and Communications Engineering and MSc. in Industrial Engineering and Management from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines and a candidate for PhD in Technology Management at the Technological University of the Philippines. He is a licensed Professional Electronics Engineer in the Philippines and a registered ASEAN Engineer under the ASEAN Engineering Register. Assoc. Prof. Enoval is an IEEE Senior Member and the current Chair of IEEE Philippine Section. He was also the founding Chair of IEEE Young Professionals Philippines and has held several committee memberships in IEEE Asia Pacific Region for years now. He has received several recognitions for his valuable contributions in the engineering profession such as Outstanding Volunteer Awards given by IEEE Philippine Section (in 2019) and IEEE R10 Young Professionals (in 2021). He also received Leader Award in 2023 by the Institute of Electronics Engineers of the Philippines (IECEP). In 2025, he received Distinction Award given by the Philippine Federation of Professional Associations.

Title: Impact of Technology in the Philippine Financial Landscape

Abstract: The financial landscape of the Philippines in 2025 is characterized by resilience amid global uncertainties, ongoing digital transformation, and strategic reforms aimed at fostering sustainable economic growth. Technology has profoundly reshaped the Philippine financial landscape in 2025, driving financial inclusion, enhancing efficiency, and fostering innovation. This presentation will present an overview of the key technological advancements and their impact and how technology has catalyzed the financial revolution in the Philippines, enhancing accessibility, efficiency, and inclusivity. While challenges persist, the ongoing advancements in digital banking, blockchain, and AI are poised to further transform the financial landscape in the coming years.

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Chua Kian Jon Ernest
National University of Singapore, Singapore

Dr. Kian Jon Ernest Chua is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the National University of Singapore and a world-leading authority on sustainable thermal energy systems. Since 1997, he has advanced renewable energy, waste-heat recovery, and innovative cooling technologies, combining AI, modelling, and experimental prototyping to deliver scalable real-world solutions. He has published over 280 SCI-indexed papers and 9 monographs and holds more than 15 patents in advanced cooling and thermal energy systems.
Dr. Chua is a Fellow of the Royal Society, IET, Energy Institute, and IMechE, and from 2021 to 2024, has been consistently ranked among the top 1% of scientists globally (top 0.3% in Stanford’s energy researchers list). With over 17,500 citations (H-index 71), his research impact is internationally recognized. He is the Founding Editor-in-Chief of Nature Portfolio’s Thermal Science & Engineering, serves as Associate Editor for leading journals, and sits on numerous editorial boards. A sought-after keynote and plenary speaker worldwide, Dr. Chua leads multi-million-dollar research programs and has received multiple international prestigious awards for his pioneering contributions to energy sustainability.

Title: Towards a Net-Zero Future

Abstract: Thermal energy is one of the most overlooked yet abundant resources in today’s energy landscape. Industries, transport, and buildings collectively release vast amounts of low-grade heat that are seldom recovered despite their transformative potential for sustainability. This keynote highlights recent advances in thermal energy systems including waste heat recovery, renewable powered heating and cooling, and smart optimization that convert this untapped resource into a driver of decarbonization. By integrating thermal energy within civil infrastructure, building systems, and circular economy frameworks, we can reduce fossil fuel reliance, improve efficiency, and build resilient pathways to net zero. Harnessing this hidden thermal resource is not only an engineering challenge but an essential step toward a sustainable future.

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