Tag: Environment
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DENR Calls on Election Candidates to Protect Trees from Campaign Posters
In a bid to foster environmental responsibility during the upcoming midterm elections on May 12, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Western Visayas (DENR-6) has urged candidates to refrain from damaging trees with their campaign materials. This appeal was made clear by DENR-6 Executive Director Raul Lorilla, who emphasized the importance of using…
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35 Sea Turtle Hatchlings Freed in Currimao, Ilocos Norte
In a heartwarming event in Currimao, Ilocos Norte, 35 young sea turtles were released into their natural environment on January 29, 2025, from a protected hatchery in Barangay Paguludan. This initiative, part of a broader effort to safeguard marine life, was overseen by local officials and residents, marking a significant step in wildlife conservation. Engineer…
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Iloilo City Plans Regulations for Newly Inaugurated Sunset Boulevard
The Iloilo City government is set to engage with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to discuss the potential partial handover of the recently opened Iloilo Sunset Boulevard. This move aims to secure the maintenance of the new infrastructure, which was officially opened on January 24, 2025. Engr. Neil Ravena, who leads the…
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Benguet’s Mobile Caravan Serves Over 1,000 in La Trinidad
In a significant outreach effort, over 1,000 residents of La Trinidad, Benguet, benefited from a wide array of government services during the 13th installment of the HEALTHIER Benguet caravan held at the Wangal Sports Complex. Governor Melchor Diclas, who is also a medical surgeon, emphasized the initiative’s goal to decentralize government services, making them more…
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Benguet’s Mobile Caravan Brings Essential Services to Over 1,000 La Trinidad Residents
In a significant outreach effort, the HEALTHIER Benguet caravan, held at the Wangal Sports Complex in La Trinidad, Benguet, served over a thousand local residents on January 17, 2025. This initiative, marking the 13th leg of the series, aimed to deliver a range of government services directly to the community, showcasing a commitment to accessible…
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DENR Calls on Local Governments to Bolster Waste Management Amid Garbage Crisis
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has issued a stern reminder to local government units (LGUs) to rigorously implement Republic Act No. 9003, the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, as uncollected garbage continues to accumulate in Metro Manila post-New Year celebrations. The DENR stressed the critical role of effective waste management…
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Senator Legarda Reflects on 2024’s Legislative Triumphs and Sets Sights on Future Goals
As the new year dawns, Senator Loren Legarda has taken a moment to reflect on the significant strides made in 2024, a year she describes as one of resilience and progress for the Philippines. In her statement, Legarda highlighted the successful passage of several key pieces of legislation, including the Philippine Ecosystem and Natural Accounting…
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Philippines Introduces New Polymer Banknotes for Enhanced Security and Durability
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. announced the launch of a new series of polymer banknotes during a ceremony at Malacañan Palace in Manila, marking a significant upgrade to the Philippine currency. The new series includes denominations of PHP1,000, PHP500, PHP100, and PHP50, set to circulate starting in the first quarter of 2025. Marcos emphasized that…
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DENR and SM Prime Holdings Collaborate on Real-Time Air Quality Monitoring in Quezon City
POLLUTION CONTROL. A smoggy view of Metro Manila’s skyline in an undated photo. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and SM Prime Holdings Inc. have announced a partnership to install a real-time air quality monitoring station in Quezon City, as revealed on December 5, 2024. (Photo by Yancy Lim/PNA) MANILA – In a…
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