Tag: Sustainable Development

  • CityNet Leader Urges Proper Urban Planning to Combat Climate Change Effects

    At the 44th CityNet executive committee meeting in Iloilo City, Vijay Jagannathan, the Secretary-General of the CityNet Secretariat, emphasized the critical need for effective urban planning in the face of climate change. The meeting, which began on November 18, 2024, brought together urban stakeholders from across the Asia Pacific region, all committed to sustainable development.…

  • 53 Local Governments in Eastern Visayas Honored with Seal of Good Governance

    In a significant recognition of local governance excellence, 53 local government units (LGUs) in Eastern Visayas have been awarded the 2024 Seal of Good Local Governance (SGLG). This number surpasses last year’s recipients, marking a notable increase in the region’s commitment to high standards of governance. The announcement was made by the Department of the…

  • Legazpi City’s New Mayor Outlines Ambitious Infrastructure and Urban Development Plans

    Legazpi City’s newly appointed mayor, Alfredo Garbin Jr., has unveiled an extensive infrastructure plan aimed at transforming the city’s landscape. Speaking at a press conference at city hall on November 12, 2024, Garbin outlined his vision to enhance public works, health services, education, agriculture, transportation, tourism, water systems, and economic development in the city. Garbin…

  • Bacolod City to Implement Rainwater Catchment Facilities in 10 Villages

    Bacolod City is set to enhance its water management infrastructure by installing rainwater catchment facilities in ten selected villages starting in the first quarter of 2025. The initiative, backed by the Bacolod City Water District (Baciwa), aims to address water scarcity and promote sustainable development within the city. The villages chosen for this project include…

  • Dumaguete City Aims for UNESCO Creative City Status in Literature

    Dumaguete City, the capital of Negros Oriental, has been selected as one of the Philippines’ nominations for the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in the literature category for 2025. This announcement was made during a press conference held in the city on November 8, 2024, attended by key figures including Anton Gabila and Nimfa Virtucio…

  • Mindanao Innovation Summit 2024 Highlights Region’s Investment Potential

    The Innovation Summit 2024 kicked off in Davao City at the SMX Convention Center, drawing a diverse crowd of experts and stakeholders from across Mindanao. The event, which began on Thursday, aims to enhance collaboration and spur technological advancements to boost the region’s economy. In his opening video message, Leo Tereso Magno, Secretary of the…