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DENR, community partners release 70 sea turtle hatchlings in Zambales

By Rick P. Quiambao | March 19, 2026 IBA, Zambales (PIA) — Community groups and government partners helped return 70 olive ridley (Lepidochelys olivacea) sea turtle hatchlings to the sea in San Felipe, Zambales as part of efforts to protect marine wildlife. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) led the release activity along… Read More DENR, community partners release 70 sea turtle hatchlings in Zambales

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Masinloc marine protected area receives BFAR recognition for conservation efforts

By Rick P. Quiambao | October 9, 2025 IBA, Zambales (PIA) —The Masinloc and Oyon Bay Protected Landscape and Seascape (MOBPLS) in Zambales received the Gawad Pagkilala Award from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) for its outstanding efforts in conserving marine ecosystems and advancing sustainable fisheries. MOBPLS is the only marine protected… Read More Masinloc marine protected area receives BFAR recognition for conservation efforts

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Mt. Pinatubo adventure trek suspended

By HENRY EMPEÑO BOTOLAN, Zambales — Trekking and other tourism-related activities at Mt. Pinatubo has been temporarily stopped by the local government of Botolan under Executive Order No. 5, which is effective beginning May 2 and until further notice. Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane stressed, however, that the suspension of the Mt. Pinatubo adventure trek program… Read More Mt. Pinatubo adventure trek suspended

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Botolan route to Mt. Pinatubo remains open

By HENRY EMPEÑO BOTOLAN, Zambales — The popular adventure trek to the Mt. Pinatubo Crater Lake remains available to adventure-seekers and nature lovers through the Botolan route. This was the assurance made by the Botolan Tourism Office here, as stakeholders operating the Capas, Tarlac route tried to resolve complaints by some Ayta tribesmen that recently… Read More Botolan route to Mt. Pinatubo remains open

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HOW SM PRIME CONTINUES TO CREATE MEANINGFUL CHANGE FOR CLEANER SEAS AND OCEANS

THE quest for cleaner seas and oceans demands unwavering commitment, consistent action, and genuine care for our shared planet. In the Philippines, SM Prime has emerged as an influential champion in this global movement, embracing environmental stewardship not just as a responsibility but also as a core aspect of its corporate identity. SM’s enduring dedication,… Read More HOW SM PRIME CONTINUES TO CREATE MEANINGFUL CHANGE FOR CLEANER SEAS AND OCEANS

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DOT balances tourism development, environmental preservation in Central Luzon

By Maria Asumpta Estefanie C. Reyes | March 5, 2025 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga (PIA) — The Department of Tourism (DOT) is striving to balance tourism development with environmental preservation in Central Luzon. During the third episode of the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas of the Philippine Information Agency for 2025, DOT Regional Director Richard… Read More DOT balances tourism development, environmental preservation in Central Luzon

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Balanga becomes first PH city to receive international wetland accreditation

By Rick P. Quiambao | February 17, 2025 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — Showcasing its dedication to environmental stewardship, the City of Balanga in Bataan became the first in the Philippines to receive Wetland City Accreditation from the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. This recognition places Balanga among 31 newly-accredited cities worldwide that have demonstrated a strong… Read More Balanga becomes first PH city to receive international wetland accreditation

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Zambales gears up for Pinatubo adventure season

By E.H. Edejer / January 20, 2025 BOTOLAN, Zambales — With mostly sunny days and balmy weather this month, Zambales officially opened its Mt. Pinatubo adventure season to entice visitors to discover and experience what is billed here as a “beautiful disaster.” Mayor Jun Omar Ebdane said the Botolan Tourism Office began bookings on January… Read More Zambales gears up for Pinatubo adventure season

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Gov. Ebdane: Developments in hazard zones up for review

By Henry Empeño | July 28, 2024 IBA, Zambales — Ongoing construction and other development projects located in coastal areas and identified hazard zones will be monitored and reviewed by the provincial government of Zambales to ensure the safety of residents and local communities in disaster-prone locations, said Gov. Hermogenes E. Ebdane Jr. over the… Read More Gov. Ebdane: Developments in hazard zones up for review

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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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