Environment

South Korea funds $9 million to tackle marine plastic pollution in the Philippines and Timor-Leste, promoting eco-friendly solutions.

The Philippines generates 160 million plastic sachets daily, but innovative solutions and a partnership with the EU could unlock their economic value.

Environment Secretary emphasizes the need to protect and value the informal sector’s role in solid waste management efforts.

Patnongon Municipality’s plastic regulation cuts annual waste from 586 to 350 tons, sets example for waste management.

Over 3,600 youth participants joined a government-run cleanup and tree-planting activity in Iloilo City, promoting a greener province.

The city administration in Puerto Princesa introduced a massive environmental program to protect threatened coastlines and aquatic ecosystems.

Lasallian Earth Day promotes eco-friendly living and sustainability, resulting in more than 26,000 kilograms of recyclable waste.

Bacolod City allocates PHP960,000 for waste analysis and characterization study, aiming for effective waste management interventions and a greener city.

Collaboration between local government units in Iloilo aims to plant 3,600 tree seedlings along the national highway to the airport.

Senator Loren Legarda called for urgent government action on climate change, emphasizing the nation’s well-being and promoting sustainable environmental development.