The Philippine government is preparing an executive order that would cut mining permit processing time by at least half, a move aimed at improving the country’s competitiveness and attracting fresh investment into its mineral sector.
Nestlé Philippines has been recognized for its leadership in advancing the country’s plastic waste management agenda, earning two honors at the 2026 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Recognition Program for its role in strengthening recycling systems and industry collaboration.
The Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) has been recognized as an Environmental Sustainability Partner during the 2026 Gawad Kabalikat sa Kapaligiran organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB), highlighting the auto industry’s expanding role in the country’s environmental agenda.
The Philippines is positioning itself for a larger role in the US’ critical minerals supply chain, with fresh details expected as both sides prepare for a bilateral strategic dialogue next week, Philippine Ambassador to the US Jose Manuel Romualdez said.
MacroAsia Mining Corp. (MMC), a wholly owned subsidiary of MacroAsia Corp. (MAC), has secured a major regulatory green light for its Infanta Nickel Project after the Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) approved its declaration of mining project feasibility.
Aboitiz-led Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corp. has teamed up with Infinity Vocational Training School Inc. (IVTSI) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) to deliver hands-on training at its Tarlac Meatmasters facility—the country’s first Triple AAA-accredited multi-meat processing plant.
The Department of Energy (DOE) is building the capacity of distribution utilities (DUs) to support the future addition of nuclear power to the country’s energy mix, as outlined in the Philippine Energy Plan 2023–2050.
The Department of Energy (DOE) announced on Monday that fuel prices will see mixed adjustments this week, even as global crude markets begin to stabilize.