Cebu has at least 14 proposed reclamation projects located in Minglanilla, Consolacion, Mandaue City, Cordova, Lapu-Lapu City, Talisay City, and Naga City.
CEBU CITY, Philippines – Environmentalists and community leaders on Saturday, November 5, launched a coalition to oppose illegal reclamation and destructive coastal projects in Cebu province.
Citing data from the Philippine Reclamation Authority , the alliance said that 10 of the 50 approved reclamation projects in the country are on the island. Data from PRA also showed that of the illegal and unauthorized reclamation projects identified in the province:50 are for forfeiture Members of the coalition highlighted that these efforts damage and threaten mangroves, seagrass beds, corals, and fisheries – important resources that provide food and livelihood to many Cebuanos.
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