Environment
SMC launches Butuanon River cleanup in Cebu to help reduce flooding
San Miguel Corporation (SMC) has started a river cleanup project along the Butuanon River in Mandaue City, Cebu, as part of its Better Rivers PH program. This initiative supports the government’s Oplan Kontra Baha to address flooding issues.
Gov’t cracks down on illegal chainsaw sale to protect forests, climate resilience
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has recognized the successful operation conducted by the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) – MIMAROPA against unauthorized chainsaw trading in Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro, on June 9, 2026.
OceanaGold, Holcim turning mine waste into cement manufacturing fuel
OceanaGold Philippines Inc. (OGP) has signed an agreement with Geocycle Philippines — the waste management arm of Holcim Group — to process residual mine waste as alternative fuel and raw material for cement production.
From fry boxes to fuel, McDonald’s recycles
What happens to plastic waste after the last burger is served and the dining tables are cleared? McDonald’s Philippines wants the answer to be something more productive than a trip to the landfill.
CREC upcycles old solar panels into school tables in new initiative
Citicore Renewable Energy Corp. (CREC) has launched the EcoLoop program to repurpose end-of-life materials from its operations for community use.
