Dozens of volunteers took part in a massive cleanup drive at Baseco Beach in Tondo, Manila, in observance of the 40th International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) on Saturday, Sept. 20, the Manila Public Information Office (PIO) said. The office said that over 40 sacks of garbage were collected from the...
President Marcos said the government must “catch up” with private sector innovations in renewable energy, as he witnessed the energization of the country’s first hybrid agro-solar and battery storage system in Tuy, Batangas. Marcos said this as he led the launch of Citicore Solar Batangas 1...
As the country observes National Clean-up Month this September, Senator Loren Legarda called on the public to translate environmental policies into tangible community action. This event is observed by virtue of Proclamation No. 244 s. 1993, complemented by Presidential Proclamation No. 470 s....
One hundred barrels of granulated chlorine were donated to the city government of Manila to be used for its city-wide cleaning and disinfecting operations to curb diseases and viruses, especially in places with high foot traffic. Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso personally received the...
Following the widespread flooding brought by recent typhoons and the southwest monsoon (habagat), the local government of Marikina has launched clearing operations to remove flood debris and restore cleanliness in affected areas. On Saturday morning, July 26, city personnel took advantage of the...
President Marcos has pitched the Philippines as a rising destination for clean energy investments and digital innovation, telling Asian business leaders that the country is ready to host renewable-powered factories and high-tech hubs. Marcos said this as he welcomed business leaders participating...
Vice President Sara Duterte on Monday, June 2, issued a reminder and warning to Filipinos about keeping the environment clean and taking safety measures against the dangers that dengue brings. A woman is hospitalized due to dengue fever. (Photo courtesy of Continental Hospitals) For the Dengue...
Ayala-led ACEN Corp. announced Tuesday, Feb. 4, that it has increased its stake in its subsidiary, Belenos Energy Corporation, to bolster its renewable energy (RE) portfolio. In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, ACEN said it signed a subscription agreement worth ₱392 million to...
The country’s renewable energy sector is expected to garner more funding as Masdar, a clean energy firm based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has signed a deal to facilitate prospective investments. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on Wednesday, Jan. 15, between the...
The Manila Bulletin Sustainability Forum 2024 Day 2 speakers and panelists for the morning session include (from left) Environmental and Energy Engineering Group of the UP Institute of Civil Engineering Assistant Professor Ma. Brida Lea D. Diola, Ascott CARES PH Sustainability Champion and...
The season of giving is officially here. If you’re looking for gift ideas that are clean, skin-caring, and environmentally friendly, look no more because we got you. We listed our top picks from The Body Shop. The Body Shop is a British cosmetic company that was founded in 1976. Long before...
Over 1.1 million kilograms of ocean waste were collected since the aggressive coastal clean-up drive across the country started in 2016, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) said. PPA General Manager Jay Daniel Santiago said the aggressive port and coastal clean-up activities were reinforced by...
