‘Reclamation-free zone,’ not just ‘discipline zone’ for Manila Bay, DENR urged
The Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas said the DENR should instead revoke all the environmental compliance certificates issued to several reclamation projects as it called the agency’s proposal a “misplaced priority.”
Hicap pointed out that Manila Bay is under serious threat because of massive reclamation projects that would cause water pollution and the destruction of mangrove forests and sea grasses.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
DENR wants Manila gov't to declare Manila Baywalk area a discipline zoneThe Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) will ask the city government of Manila to pass an ordinance declaring the entire stretch of Manila Bay’s Baywalk area a discipline zone to ensure it remains clean.
Read more »
'Manila Restaurant Week' opens on Sept. 20 to 27 - Manila BulletinA food festival, dubbed the 'Manila Restaurant Week,' will be held on September 20 to 27 to promote local food establishments in the capital city.
Read more »
MGB releases study on Manila Bay beach nourishment program - Manila BulletinThe Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said beach nourishment is 'not a permanent remedy' to combat erosion and increase the beach width of Manila Bay.
Read more »
Public urged to dispose of used face masks properly - Manila BulletinEnvironment groups urged the public to learn the safe and proper disposal of used face masks.
Read more »
Group warns vs using mercury-laden skin whitening product - Manila BulletinAn environmental health group has raised concern over an imported skin whitening product laden with mercury that is being sold in Makati and Pasay cities.
Read more »
Group appeals to SC to compel gov’t to conduct mass testing - Manila BulletinAdvocacy group Coalition for People's Right to Health has renewed its call for free mass testing amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.
Read more »