Silaki Island, a heart-shaped 10-hectare islet located at Brgy. Binabalian, Bolinao, Pangasinan is renowned as a marine conservation haven, home to a
thriving 16-hectare population of giant clams. The beauty of the ocean surrounds Silaki Island, but beneath its natural beauty and marine biodiversity lies a pressing challenge: a scarcity of freshwater. To access potable water, island residents like Brando Padilla, a member of the Bolinao Task Force Bantay Dagat, often travel on a 15-20 minute boat journey to Santiago Island.
“This is a priceless gift from DOST 1,” remarked Bolinao, Pangasinan Mayor Alfonso F. Celeste. He emphasized the significance of this first-of-its-kind solar-powered desalination facility in the region, particularly for Silaki Island. The mayor urged the community to cherish this vital resource and ensure its long-term sustainability.
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