Tag: Environment

After Kristine and Leon, Greenpeace raises alarm on oil and coal spills; calls on PH to end fossil fuel dependence and demand payment for loss and damage

Greenpeace Philippines | October 31, 2024  IN the wake of severe tropical storm Kristine (Trami) and ongoing onslaught of super typhoon Leon (Kong-Rey), Greenpeace today called on the Philippine government to end fossil fuel dependence and to demand payment for loss and damage from those most responsible for the climate crisis. STS Kristine killed at… Read More After Kristine and Leon, Greenpeace raises alarm on oil and coal spills; calls on PH to end fossil fuel dependence and demand payment for loss and damage

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I Squared acquires Philippines Coastal Terminal in Subic Bay

By Tank Terminals | October 24, 2024 I Squared Capital announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Philippines Coastal Storage & Pipeline Corporation and its affiliate entities. Based in the Subic Bay Freeport Zone, and serving the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC), Philippines Coastal is the largest independent import terminal in the… Read More I Squared acquires Philippines Coastal Terminal in Subic Bay

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Grassroots groups, climate activists oppose Masinloc coal plant expansion

By Henry Empeño | October 20, 2024 MASINLOC, Zambales — Fishermen and farmers from Zambales, along with climate activists representing vulnerable grassroots communities, sounded on Friday their opposition to the proposed expansion of the Masinloc coal power plant, warning of health and livelihood threats should the project push through. In a petition submitted to the… Read More Grassroots groups, climate activists oppose Masinloc coal plant expansion

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SEA ports alliance ink ‘green’ deal in Subic Bay

By Henry Empeño | October 17, 2024 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — Major ports in the Southeast Asian region have joined the Port of Subic in its campaign for resilient, sustainable and carbon-neutral ports, committing on Wednesday, Oct. 16, to strengthen collective action in promoting best practices and expertise in these areas. Ronnie Yambao, Subic Bay… Read More SEA ports alliance ink ‘green’ deal in Subic Bay

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Botolan launches ‘Pera sa Basura’ program

BOTOLAN, Zambales — Taking one step further toward pollution control, resource management, and environmental protection, the local government unit of Botolan recently launched its “Pera sa Basura/ Junkshop on Wheels” program. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane said that with this project, the LGU endeavors to promote recycling and reuse of waste materials in the community, as… Read More Botolan launches ‘Pera sa Basura’ program

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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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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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Cayetano pushes PHIVOLCS Modernization Act for improved disaster response

SENATOR Alan Peter Cayetano is pushing for a comprehensive plan to strengthen the capabilities of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS), emphasizing the urgent need to upgrade the agency’s resources to better prepare the country for natural disasters. “We should really give all the effort for this modernization bill. It will help us… Read More Cayetano pushes PHIVOLCS Modernization Act for improved disaster response

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