Category: Environment

5,856 evacuated in Zambales as Typhoon ‘Carina’ exits; damages estimated at P405.4M

By HENRY EMPEÑO | July 31, 2024 IBA, Zambales — A total of 1,944 families composed of 5,856 individuals evacuated to safety starting July 24, as Typhoon Carina in three days whipped up incessant monsoon rains that flooded areas in at least nine of the 13 towns of Zambales. The Zambales Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction… Read More 5,856 evacuated in Zambales as Typhoon ‘Carina’ exits; damages estimated at P405.4M

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PBBM readies PhP183.4-million relief supplies for La Niña in Central Luzon

AURORA | July 12, 2024 — The administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has prepared PhP183.41 million worth of pre-positioned relief supplies as part of the government’s efforts to brace for the effects of the La Niña phenomenon in Central Luzon. Of the figure, PhP5 million serves as the standby fund; PhP155.2M for 204,577… Read More PBBM readies PhP183.4-million relief supplies for La Niña in Central Luzon

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Philippine Eagle dies from gunshot wound

By Edwin Fernandez | July 11, 2024 COTABATO CITY (PNA) – While environmentalists are passionately preserving the endangered Philippine Eagles in the country, some are trying to destroy them and, worst, kill the country’s national bird. On July 8, environmentalists and civil society organizations cried over the untimely passing of “Mangayon,” one of the few eagles… Read More Philippine Eagle dies from gunshot wound

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U.S. Peace corps trains volunteers, PH partners on management of marine protected areas

MANILA | July 5, 2024 — From June 18 to 21, the United States Peace Corps, in collaboration with the U.S. Agency for International Development, conducted a four-day training workshop in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, on enhancing marine protected area (MPA) management. MPAs are established to conserve and protect diminishing coastal resources.  To address this… Read More U.S. Peace corps trains volunteers, PH partners on management of marine protected areas

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SBMA cited for upcycling program in DENR environment summit

CLARK FREEPORT — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB) in Central Luzon has recognized the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) for its successful programs in waste management and upcycling. The DENR-EMB presented the recognition to the SBMA Ecology Center during the Environmental Summit 2024 held on June 28 at the Widus… Read More SBMA cited for upcycling program in DENR environment summit

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SM and Olongapo agri office plant 1,000 Narra trees

THE Olongapo City Agriculture Office, in collaboration with SM City Olongapo Central, SM City Olongapo Downtown and other NGOs, hosted its annual tree planting activity to promote sustainability and enhance the local environment. The event took place last June 28, drawing enthusiastic participation from community volunteers, including students, local officials, and environmental advocates. Held at… Read More SM and Olongapo agri office plant 1,000 Narra trees

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SM Supermalls wins big at 2024 Asia Pacific Tambuli Awards

SM Supermalls brought home two remarkable achievements at the prestigious 2024 Asia Pacific Tambuli Awards held on June 4 at the Grand Hyatt Manila. SM Supermalls’ groundbreaking Rainwater Project by SM Cares earned a Bronze Award in the Care for the Environment category. This remarkable feat furthers the organization’s innovative efforts in water conservation and… Read More SM Supermalls wins big at 2024 Asia Pacific Tambuli Awards

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BCDA says Tarlac LGUs back conversion of Kalangitan landfill into industrial zone

By Kris Crismundo | June 13, 2024 MANILA – The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) said on Thursday, June 13, it has secured the support of the local government units (LGUs) in Tarlac to convert the Kalangitan sanitary landfill in Capas into an industrial zone as part of the development of the New Clark City… Read More BCDA says Tarlac LGUs back conversion of Kalangitan landfill into industrial zone

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Kalangitan landfill closure ‘a huge problem’; Subic seeks options

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — With the planned closure this October of its waste depository in Capas, Tarlac, the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is now looking for options on how to dispose of tons and tons of garbage generated daily by industrial and commercial establishments here. Amethya dela Llana, manager of the SBMA Ecology Center,… Read More Kalangitan landfill closure ‘a huge problem’; Subic seeks options

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