Tag: Manila Bay
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Urgent Call for Comprehensive Flood Plan in Manila Bay Reclamation Projects
In a compelling interview on Bagong Pilipinas at PTV4, Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga has issued a stark warning about the dire need for a robust flood management strategy in the ongoing Manila Bay reclamation projects. Loyzaga emphasized that without such a plan, the risk of severe flooding in Metro Manila and surrounding areas…
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DENR Plans to Boost Benefits and Training for Esteros and River Guardians
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is set to enhance the welfare and skills of estero rangers and river warriors, acknowledging their vital role in safeguarding the nation’s waterways and combating climate change. At a recent ceremony in Pasay City, DENR Secretary Maria Antonia Loyzaga honored outstanding estero rangers and river warriors, highlighting…
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DOTr Anticipates Mid-2025 Approval for MAPALLA Ferry System
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) is optimistic about the approval of the Manila Bay-Pasig River-Laguna Lake (MAPALLA) ferry system by mid-2025, following the completion of its feasibility study in the first half of the year. DOTr Undersecretary for Planning and Project Development, Timothy John Batan, shared this timeline during an interview on Radyo Pilipinas. The…
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