Tag: Sustainable Development
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Iloilo City Advances Coastal Management with New Strategic Plan
Iloilo City is on the brink of implementing a new strategic initiative, the Iloilo City Coastal Resources Management Plan (ICRMP) for the years 2024-2028, aimed at the sustainable management and protection of its coastal and marine resources. Janis Sy, head of the City Environment and Natural Resources, emphasized that the plan serves as a vital…
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Philippine Government Agencies Urged to Begin 2026 Budget Preparations
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has issued a directive for all government departments, agencies, and offices to commence crafting their budget proposals for the year 2026. This announcement was made by Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman during the Kapihan sa Manila Bay event, emphasizing the need for timely preparation to ensure that…
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Northern Mindanao’s Agriculture and Fisheries Sectors Flourish Amid 2024 El Niño
In the face of the 2024 El Niño, the agriculture and fisheries sectors in Northern Mindanao have not only survived but thrived, thanks to robust support and innovative initiatives. In Cagayan de Oro City, the Department of Agriculture in Northern Mindanao (DA-10) has been instrumental in helping farmers and fisherfolk navigate the dry season’s challenges,…
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New Ethnobotanical Center in Tarlac to Enhance Agricultural Development
In a significant move to enhance agricultural development, the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Field Office 3 and Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU), has initiated the establishment of a 10-hectare ethnobotanical learning facility in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac. This initiative, formalized through signed memoranda…
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Philippine House Passes Bill to Institutionalize Environmental Assessments
The Philippine House of Representatives has given its final approval to a bill that will mandate environmental assessments for all policies, plans, programs, and projects, aiming to foster sustainable development and protect the environment. The bill, known as the Philippine Environmental Assessment System Act, received overwhelming support with 203 votes during a plenary session on…
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Bacolod City Pioneers Solar Energy with Bold Initiative
Bacolod City has taken a significant leap forward in its energy strategy by inaugurating a 400-kilowatt solar power system at its Government Center. The event, marked by a ceremonial switch-on, was attended by Mayor Abelardo Benitez and Frederic Tesfay, head of Urban Act and Renewable Energy Projects in the Philippines for GIZ, the German development…
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BCDA Aims for Seamless Handover of Camp John Hay from Private Firm
BAGUIO CITY – The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) has committed to ensuring a smooth transition of the 200-hectare leased area of Camp John Hay from its current private developer. This commitment follows a Supreme Court ruling in October that mandated the Camp John Hay Development Corporation (CJHDevCo) and other involved parties to relinquish…
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DOST Promotes Sustainable Practices at National Science and Technology Week in Mindanao
During the launch of the National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) in Cagayan de Oro City, Science and Technology Secretary Renato Solidum Jr. stressed the need for responsible resource use to combat climate change. The event, which kicked off on November 27, 2024, and will continue until December 2, features a wide array of green…
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Negros Occidental Leaders and Stakeholders Unite Behind Ambitious Energy Roadmap
In a significant show of solidarity, Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson and Vice Governor Jeffrey Ferrer of Negros Occidental, along with a broad coalition of stakeholders, have pledged their support for the ‘SecuRE Negros Energy Development Roadmap.’ The commitment was formalized during a summit and forum at Nature’s Village Hotel in Talisay City, marking a pivotal…
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Carbon Credits Poised to Enhance Lives of Indigenous Peoples in Davao
In a recent press briefing in Davao City, the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) Region 11 Director Geroncio Aguio outlined the potential benefits of carbon credits for indigenous peoples (IPs) in the Davao Region. Aguio explained that through the Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES), IPs could earn income by preserving ecological balance and reforesting…
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