MANILA, Philippines —The University of the Philippines Manila (UPM) implemented a four-day compressed workweek and designated Mondays as a no-onsite workday starting today as part of energy conservation measures. This comes after President Bongbong Marcos issued Memorandum Circular 114, s. 2026, which mandates government offices to adopt energy conservation protocols, as a massive oil price increase is expected amid the widening conflict in the Middle East. The memorandum requires government offices to implement a 4-day onsite work setting beginning March 9, 2026. In a statement late Sunday, UPM Chancellor Michael Tee said Mondays would be designated as a “no onsite workday,” which means administrative personnel will not physically report to campus. Employees will instead complete their required 40-hour workweek across the remaining four on-site days from Tuesday to Friday. Meanwhile, Tee also noted that classes will proceed as scheduled, emphasizing that teaching and learning remain its top priority.