Some developers cut through Chocolate Hills – DENR
Some project developers cut through the Chocolate Hills in Bohol during the construction of their structures, Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga said, reiterating that this is prohibited under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS) law......»»
Manager admits no environmental clearance for Chocolate Hills resort; to close temporarily
The manager of the viral resort situated in the heart of Bohol's Chocolate Hills admitted an Environmental Compliance Certificate was not obtained for the resort's construction, but claimed it did not damage the famous landmark......»»
Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes
Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings
The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»
Bulacan State University developers win 3rd iTHINK Hackathon of Isla Camp
Bulacan State University developers win 3rd iTHINK Hackathon of Isla Camp.....»»
Globe to property developers: Remove lease fees for in-building telco facilities
Globe to property developers: Remove lease fees for in-building telco facilities.....»»
Globe to property developers: Remove lease fees for in-building telco facilities
Globe to property developers: Remove lease fees for in-building telco facilities.....»»
Globe to property developers: Remove lease fees for in-building telco facilities
Globe to property developers: Remove lease fees for in-building telco facilities.....»»
Metro Cebu attracts national developers
Metro Cebu attracts national developers.....»»
Game developers generate $2.4 million in export sales
Game developers generated $2.42 million in export sales from the country’s first Game Development Summit organized by the Department of Trade and Industry......»»
Switch emulator makers agree to pay $2.4 million to settle lawsuit
The Yuzu emulator developers have reached a settlement with Nintendo after a lawsuit was filed against them. As part of the agreement, the developers will.....»»
5 best chocolate cakes in Cebu to satisfy your sweet tooth
5 best chocolate cakes in Cebu to satisfy your sweet tooth.....»»
Marrying a love for the Philippines with chocolate
This green-eyed, handsome man is a chocolatier. Christian Valdes magically conjures up chocolate creations, that casts a spell on our palates to want more. What’s interesting is that you can taste a bit of our history and our culture as well......»»
‘Limit political influence in protected areas permits’
Sen. Cynthia Villar yesterday proposed easing local politicians’ influence in approving permits for protected areas, following the Senate’s investigation on the infamous Captain’s Peak Resort built right at the foot of the Chocolate Hills in Bohol......»»
Senator wants Chocolate Hills resort demolished
To prevent more people and businesses from building structures in protected areas, Sen. Nancy Binay reiterated her proposal to have the Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort in Bohol demolished......»»
‘Mother of all resolutions’ blamed for resort construction
The Tagbilaran Baywatch has discovered what it described as the “mother of all resolutions” that paved the way for the construction of a controversial resort and other illegal structures at the Chocolate Hills Natural Monument in Bohol......»»
NEWS BRIEFS | 25 March 2024
Senate eyes probe of resorts within the slopes of Mt. Apo Following the controversy involving the establishment of a resort reportedly within the famed Chocolate Hills in Bohol province, Senator Raffy Tulfo, chair of the Senate Committees on Energy and Migrant Workers, is setting his sights on the resorts located on the slopes of Mt. […].....»»
Netizens share thoughts on controversial resort in Bohol’s Chocolate Hills
CEBU CITY, Philippines— Just May of last year, Bohol Island was named as the Philippines’ first UNESCO Global Geopark. With the thriving agriculture and fishery industry on the island, it is no surprise that this tiny island in Central Visayas will somehow make its mark on the bigger league. Bohol has been the home.....»»
EDITORIAL - Preserving a geological treasure
In September last year, a provincial board member of Bohol had asked the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to stop the construction of private structures within the Chocolate Hills area......»»
DENR mum on Loyzaga family landholdings
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has refused to comment on allegations against Secretary Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga that her position as DENR chief clashes with her family’s vast landholdings. “.....»»
Tulfo: DENR bantay-salakay sa kalikasan
Tahasang sinabi ni Senador Raffy Tulfo na bantay-salakay ang Department of Environment and Natural Resources dahil imbes na pangalagaan ang kalikasan ay tumutulong pa sila sa pagsira nito. The post Tulfo: DENR bantay-salakay sa kalikasan first appeared on Abante......»»