Environment
Optimism grows for ratification of landmark marine treaty
Marine conservation groups remain optimistic that the Senate can still ratify the United Nations' Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement—also known as the High Seas Treaty—within the current congressional session.
Mining sector optimistic on policy stability under incoming DENR chief Lotilla
The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) has expressed optimism over the upcoming leadership transition at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), anticipating policy continuity and regulatory improvements under incoming Secretary Raphael Lotilla.
Cebu-based MRF drives major sustainability win for PWS
Prime Integrated Waste Solutions (PWS), a unit of Prime Infrastructure Capital Inc., has sold over one million verified plastic credits since launching the program in January, the company announced Monday.
BNC’s nickel venture in Quezon enters consultation phase
The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), has scheduled a public scoping from 20 to 21 May for the proposed Dangla nickel project in Quezon, Palawan, signaling a critical stage in gauging public sentiment on the venture’s environmental and social implications.
DENR launches post-election recycling drive to tackle waste
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has launched a national initiative to collect and recycle campaign materials following the conclusion of the country's midterm elections, with implications for long-term waste management policy.
