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Marcos orders gov’t offices to lead in energy conservation efforts

In a post on X, Marcos directed government agencies to “set the standard” in conserving energy......»»

Category: newsSource: philstar philstarApr 17th, 2024

NegOcc to expand coastal wetlands conservation efforts

NegOcc to expand coastal wetlands conservation efforts.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 6th, 2024

Marcos orders Senate to lead review of 1987 Constitution economic provisions

Marcos orders Senate to lead review of 1987 Constitution economic provisions.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 15th, 2024

Rare beetle discovered in Mt. Hamiguitan sanctuary

In a recent discovery, a rare long-horned beetle, Paraskeletodes hamiguitanensis, was found in the Mount Hamiguitan Range Wildlife Sanctuary (MHRWS) in Davao Oriental. The beetle was unearthed during a scientific expedition led by the Provincial Government of Davao Oriental and conducted by a team from Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU). Dr. Milton Medina, a Filipino coleopterist, confirmed the uniqueness of P. hamiguitanensis through careful morphological examination, highlighting distinct differences from its closely related counterpart found in Sulawesi, Indonesia. The discovery sheds light on the limited knowledge of beetle taxonomy in the Philippines and underscores the need for increased scientific and conservation efforts in biodiversity hotspots like the Philippines and Sulawesi. Concerns were raised about the global trade of beetle species and the rapid loss of forest cover in the Philippines, emphasizing the vital role of protected areas like Mt. Hamiguitan as essential sanctuaries for biodiversity. The researchers emphasized the need for cooperation with DENR-Davao in promoting biodiversity conservation and encouraged young scholars to explore beetle taxonomy. The discovery of P. hamiguitanensis and several other beetle species in the area underscores the rich biodiversity of Mt. Hamiguitan, with ongoing research aiming to describe more species and uncover many undiscovered ones in the region......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 18th, 2024

Mati City, 10 municipalities in Davao Oriental suspend classes, work

Following the impact of a Low-Pressure Area (LPA) affecting Northern and Southern Mindanao, local government units (LGUs) in Davao Oriental have collectively suspended classes and government and private offices. The City of Mati and 10 municipalities, including Baganga, Governor Generoso, Cateel, and others, have issued Executive Orders in line with Presidential Executive Order No. 66, series of 2012. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) has forecasted moderate to heavy rains in Davao Oriental due to the Northeast Monsoon (Amihan) and LPA, posing a risk of landslides and flash floods. The Provincial Local Government Unit of Davao Oriental and Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils have reported landslides in Lupon and Cateel, with ongoing clearing operations. The Bureau of Fire Protection and other government agencies have rescued families affected by flash floods in Cateel and Caraga. Franz Irag from the Office of Civil Defense-Davao Region confirmed that around 200 individuals or close to 500 families in Davao Region have been displaced and are now in evacuation centers. Additionally, five LGUs in the province of Davao de Oro have also declared the suspension of classes and work in both public and private offices......»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 30th, 2024

PRO-7 after those responsible for hoax bomb scare targeting gov’t offices

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The police in Central Visayas wanted to identify the individual/individuals who are behind the hoax bomb scare in government offices here and in other parts on the country. On Monday, occupants of the Cebu City Hall of Justice received a hoax bomb scare which caused the disruption of their operations. The.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Philippines, Indonesia seek to strengthen cooperation for energy security

MANILA, Jan. 10 (Xinhua) -- The Philippines and Indonesia on Wednesday agreed to strengthen energy cooperation to safeguard energy security. Energy ministers of the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on energy cooperation at the presidential palace in Manila, where Indonesian President Joko Widodo was received by his Philippine counterpart Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos. Widodo arrived i.....»»

Category: newsSource:  manilanewsRelated NewsJan 12th, 2024

DOE slates 3rd round of Green Energy Auction

Another round of the Green Energy Auction will be conducted this year as part of the country’s utilization of renewable energy resources and attainment of energy security and reliability, the Department of Energy said......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 13th, 2024

Powering progress toward sustainable energy

As Filipinos anticipate the onset of the dry season, which is intensified by the ongoing El Niño, President Marcos has issued a crucial directive to all government entities, both at the national and local levels, emphasizing the imperative need for energy efficiency and conservation......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 31st, 2024

Oceana PH marks 10 years of impactful ocean conservation advocacy

Oceana PH marks 10 years of impactful ocean conservation advocacy.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsApr 12th, 2024

Acciona advocates water conservation

Acciona, a global sustainable infrastructure company, recently launched its water conservation campaign to raise awareness among young children and empower them to become stewards of the vital resource......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 25th, 2024

DENR launches mobile game app for biodiversity conservation

Only P4 billion of the P25 billion needed to fund biodiversity conservation was allotted under this year’s budget, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 9th, 2024

Bontoc s rice terraces nominated pilot site for sustainable farming, environmental conservation

The Maligcong rice terraces in Bontoc, Mountain Province’s capital, was nominated by the Department of Tourism-Cordillera as one of the pilot “voluntourism” sites in the highland region for sustainable farming and environmental conservation......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 25th, 2024

CitySavings komitado sa coastal conservation

CitySavings komitado sa coastal conservation.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Marcos orders PCG, BFAR to maintain presence in Bajo de Masinloc

Marcos orders PCG, BFAR to maintain presence in Bajo de Masinloc.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 18th, 2024

EEI, SysNet power SM Offices with EV charging stations

EEI Corp. and partner SysNet Integrators Inc. are powering SM Offices’ initiative to support green transportation in the country......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 18th, 2024

Benitez welcomes regional satellite offices in Bacolod

Benitez welcomes regional satellite offices in Bacolod.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsMar 14th, 2024

Pru Life UK expands presence in key Philippine metros with new general agency offices

Leading life insurer, Pru Life UK, continues to make life and health protection products even more accessible to Filipinos by opening several agency offices across the country......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

CH’s satellite offices ‘need a new home’

CH’s satellite offices ‘need a new home’.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 19th, 2024

‘FOR RECORDING PURPOSES ONLY’ | Form for withdrawal of signatures for People s Initiative available at Comelec offices

‘FOR RECORDING PURPOSES ONLY’ | Form for withdrawal of signatures for People s Initiative available at Comelec offices.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

DCWD offices closed on February 9, 2024

DCWD offices closed on February 9, 2024.....»»

Category: newsSource:  sunstarRelated NewsFeb 9th, 2024