Tag: Sustainability
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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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Revolutionizing Palawan’s Farms: DAR’s Game-Changing Support Boosts Agricultural Output
In a significant boost to Palawan’s agricultural sector, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has been instrumental in enhancing farm productivity through the provision of vital equipment and comprehensive training. This initiative, captured in a recent photo of members from the Malalong Multi-Purpose Cooperative testing a new farm tractor, underscores DAR’s ongoing commitment to uplifting…
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Revolutionizing Rural Economies: 200 Port Projects Set to Transform the Philippines
In a significant move to enhance economic inclusivity and sustainability, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has announced the ongoing development of approximately 200 social and farm-to-market port projects across the Philippines. This initiative, part of the Marcos administration’s ‘Build, Better, More’ Program, is set to be completed by 2028, according to DOTr Undersecretary for Maritime…
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First Lady Urges Worldwide Unity to Combat Climate Crisis
In a compelling speech at the World Governments Summit in Dubai, First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos emphasized the urgent need for global cooperation to tackle the escalating climate crisis. She highlighted the human toll of climate change, noting that it affects millions of families who are victims of a crisis they did not cause. Araneta-Marcos called…
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President Marcos Urges Mayors to Embrace Technology for Enhanced Public Services
During the 2025 League of Municipalities of the Philippines General Assembly held at the Manila Hotel, President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of adopting new technologies in local governance to improve public service efficiency and effectiveness. Marcos highlighted the necessity for local leaders to stay updated with technological trends to ensure the country’s…
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Philippines Grants National Significance Status to 149 Major Energy Projects
The Department of Energy (DOE) in the Philippines has recently awarded Certificates of Energy Projects of National Significance (CEPNS) to 149 significant energy initiatives, totaling PHP2.4 trillion in investments from May to December 2024. These projects encompass a broad spectrum of energy solutions, including 91 renewable energy projects that will contribute 17.6 gigawatts of clean…
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Agriculture Secretary Advocates for Strategic Investments and Diversification
In a strategic move to enhance the sustainability and profitability of the agricultural sector, the Department of Agriculture (DA) in Manila has announced a shift towards prioritizing projects that promise high returns. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. emphasized this new direction during a recent budget planning session, highlighting the necessity of focusing on initiatives…
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First Gen to Power Industrial Printer with Renewable Energy and Efficiency Solutions
First Gen Corporation, a leading renewable energy provider, has renewed its commitment to supply clean energy to Precision Crestec Inc., an industrial printing company based in Pasig City. The agreement includes providing 700 kilowatts of renewable energy to the facility, enhancing its sustainability efforts. In addition to the energy supply, First Gen’s affiliate, Pi Energy…
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New Bill Aims to Secure Exclusive Fishing Rights for Small-Scale Fishers in Municipal Waters
In a move to support small-scale fishers, Cagayan de Oro City 2nd District Representative Rufus Rodriguez introduced House Bill 11383 on February 3, 2025. The bill seeks to amend the Fisheries Code of 1998 by granting exclusive fishing rights to small fishers within municipal waters, extending 15 kilometers from the shoreline of coastal local government…
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