Environment
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.
PH, Japan strengthen greenhouse gas reporting standards
As climate-related disclosures increasingly shape global trade, investment flows, and business competitiveness, the Philippines is moving to establish more reliable and consistent systems for measuring and reporting greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across all industries.
DA prepares response over possible oil spill from capsized vessel in Ilocos Norte
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has activated its response teams and readied aid for coastal communities following an oil spill from a partially capsized cargo vessel off Badoc, Ilocos Norte. The incident raises worries over possible harm to marine life, fishing activities, and local livelihoods.
