Category: Community

DENR boosts Marines’ GIS capability for field operations

SUBIC, Zambales — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) here has helped strengthen the technical capability of the Philippine Marine Corps by facilitating a three-day Basic Geographic Information System (GIS) Training for personnel of the Combat Engineer Battalion at the Naval Operation Base Subic in Zambales. DENR Regional Executive Director Ralph Pablo said… Read More DENR boosts Marines’ GIS capability for field operations

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Cashew processing facility opens new livelihood opportunities for Bagac farmers in Bataan

By Rick P. Quiambao | May 19, 2026 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has strengthened livelihood opportunities for a forest-dependent farmers’ group in Bagac, Bataan through the turnover of a cashew processing facility under its Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) program. This initiative forms part of the national government’s… Read More Cashew processing facility opens new livelihood opportunities for Bagac farmers in Bataan

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Subic declares water emergency, eyes takeover of PrimeWater operation

By ALEX GALANG | May 15, 2026 SUBIC, Zambales — The Municipal Government of Subic has formally declared a State of Water Emergency following persistent complaints over inadequate and unreliable water supply affecting several barangays and business areas in the municipality. The declaration came through an Executive Order issued on May 11, 2026 by Mayor… Read More Subic declares water emergency, eyes takeover of PrimeWater operation

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Aboitiz Renewables equips Pangasinan communities to shield homes, livelihoods from El Niño wildfires

BUGALLON, Pangasinan — Aboitiz Renewables, Inc. strengthens community resilience in Bugallon, Pangasinan through Project Kabisig sa Kabundukan — a fire mitigation initiative that equips local People’s Organizations with critical firefighting and agricultural equipment amid the severe El Niño dry spell in Northern Luzon. As a severe dry spell turns Northern Luzon’s grasslands into tinderboxes, Aboitiz… Read More Aboitiz Renewables equips Pangasinan communities to shield homes, livelihoods from El Niño wildfires

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SM Olongapo malls tactical inspection highlights integrity, vigilance

OLONGAPO CITY (May 6, 2026) — In a strong display of security synergy, SM Olongapo malls hosted a Joint Tactical Inspection (JTI) on May 6 at the ground level parking of SM City Olongapo Central. The exercise, graced by guest of honor, Olongapo City Director, PCol. Deonido S. Maniago, Jr. emphasized the virtues that every… Read More SM Olongapo malls tactical inspection highlights integrity, vigilance

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DENR halts firm’s mining exploration in Zambales

By E.H. EDEJER | May 5, 2026 SUBIC, Zambales — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has stopped the operations of a mining company here for violating DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 2025-17, which imposed transparency requirements for mining activities. Noel B. Lacadin, director of the DENR Mines and Geosciences Bureau in Central… Read More DENR halts firm’s mining exploration in Zambales

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Botolan, Zambales adopts Paleng-QR PH Plus

By E.H. EDEJER | May 2, 2026 BOTOLAN, Zambales (May 2, 2026) — The local government unit of Botolan has adopted the Paleng-QR PH Plus cashless payment program, paving the way for faster, safer and more convenient business transactions for residents. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane, along with representatives of national government agencies, financial institutions, and… Read More Botolan, Zambales adopts Paleng-QR PH Plus

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ACEN breaks ground for 347-MW battery storage in Palauig, Zambales

By HENRY EMPEÑO | May 1, 2026 PALAUIG, Zambales — ACEN Corporation, the renewable energy platform of the Ayala Group, broke ground on Wednesday, April 29, for a 347-megawatt battery energy storage system (BESS) project at its Palauig Solar Farm here. ACEN President and Chief Executive Officer Eric Francia led the groundbreaking rites at the… Read More ACEN breaks ground for 347-MW battery storage in Palauig, Zambales

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San Antonio pushes for inclusion in hydrogen energy dev’t

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – San Antonio, Zambales is emerging as a potential hub for clean energy development following the discovery of what local officials describe as one of the world’s largest deposits of natural hydrogen gas. San Antonio Mayor Arvin Antipolo said in a media briefing here on April 29 that developing the local resource… Read More San Antonio pushes for inclusion in hydrogen energy dev’t

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