Category: Environment

Cayetano bats for DENR review of ongoing reclamation projects

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano on Wednesday stressed the need for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to conduct a comprehensive review of ongoing reclamation projects, particularly around Manila Bay, with a focus on their ecological and engineering impact. During the department’s budget hearing for 2025 on October 10, 2024, the senator emphasized that… Read More Cayetano bats for DENR review of ongoing reclamation projects

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CDC won’t renew Kalangitan landfill contract despite ‘inadequate’ replacement dump

CLARK FREEPORT — The Clark Development Corporation (CDC) has reiterated its position not to renew the service contract with Metro Clark Waste Management Corporation (MCWMC) for the operation of the Kalangitan landfill, saying the agreement officially expired last Saturday, Oct. 5. This despite the seeming inadequacy of a materials recovery facility (MRF) in Porac town,… Read More CDC won’t renew Kalangitan landfill contract despite ‘inadequate’ replacement dump

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BOI-DTI brings energy efficiency roadshow to Subic Freeport

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – In an effort to promote renewable energy to locators in this free port, the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) co-organized and welcomed the “Make REshift Happen” roadshow organized by the Board of Investments (BOI) of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). The event held at the Subic Grand Harbour Hotel here on… Read More BOI-DTI brings energy efficiency roadshow to Subic Freeport

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DTI-3 joins World Bamboo Month celebration

IN celebration of World Bamboo Day and Philippine Bamboo Month this September, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Region 3 took part in several bamboo-related activities under the theme “Buhay Kawayan: Haligi ng Industriya’t Kalikasan, Pag-asa sa Kinabukasan.” These events aim to promote bamboo’s immense potential as a sustainable resource, contributing both to… Read More DTI-3 joins World Bamboo Month celebration

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SM COMMITS TO CREATING NEW WAVES WITH RECORD-BREAKING INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP

MORE than 23,000 volunteers from various organizations and communities across the country recently attended this year’s International Coastal Clean-Up (ICC), an annual event organized by SM in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Local Government Units (LGUs), and the International Coastal Clean-up Organization as part of their commitment to promoting cleaner… Read More SM COMMITS TO CREATING NEW WAVES WITH RECORD-BREAKING INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEAN-UP

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BCDA taps Danish firm for decarbonization program in New Clark City

THE Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has formalized its partnership with Danfoss Philippines Inc. for the formulation of a decarbonization framework in New Clark City, pushing forward the adoption of energy-efficient and carbon-neutral solutions in the development of the rising metropolis. BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang and Danfoss Philippines General… Read More BCDA taps Danish firm for decarbonization program in New Clark City

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91IB, local media conduct tree-planting in Aurora

FORT MAGSAYSAY, Nueva Ecija | Sept. 17, 2024 — The troops of the 91st Infantry (Sinagtala) Battalion, Philippine Army, and members of the One Fort Magsaysay Media (OFMM) conducted a tree-planting activity at Ermita Hill, Brgy. Zabali in Baler, Aurora on September 15. The Narra seedlings planted at the arboretum of Ermita Hill were provided… Read More 91IB, local media conduct tree-planting in Aurora

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e-PUVs on test run for 2 weeks at Subic Freeport

SUBIC BAY FREEPORT – Two fully electric public utility vehicles (e-PUVs) will be plying the streets at the Central Business District here from September 13 to 27, as the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) looks forward to a “green” public transportation system at the Subic Freeport in the long run. The project is part of… Read More e-PUVs on test run for 2 weeks at Subic Freeport

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Subic Bay Freeport sets carbon-neutral goal

By Henry Empeño | September 11, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) declared on Wednesday its commitment to bring to zero balance all the carbon footprint of industries, business establishments, offices and households in the Subic Special Economic and Freeport Zone within 16 years. SBMA Ecology Center manager Amethya dela… Read More Subic Bay Freeport sets carbon-neutral goal

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