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Big emissions bills are coming for ships sailing in Europe
Ships carrying everything from consumer goods to food and fuel in and out of the European Union will soon face hefty emissions bills.
China opposes bid to require nations to protect oceans
Asean conference highlights medicinal forest-tree research
THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has emphasized the significance of advancing research and knowledge on medicinal plants and forest trees.
Citing sustainability, Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
Bethany Patton steps up to the counter and places her pink mug into a shoebox-sized dishwasher. It spins. It whirs. Water splashes inside. After 90 seconds, the door opens and steam emerges. A barista grabs the mug, dries it and prepares Patton’s order—a 16-ounce Starbucks double espresso on ice.
Asean celebrates 18 years of biodiversity cooperation
LOS BAñOS, Laguna—Asean SecretaryGeneral Dr. Kao Kim Hourn graced the 18th Founding Anniversary of the Asean Centre for Biodiversity (ACB) together with the ambassadors of the Asean member states (AMS), Philippine government officials, Asean dialogue and development partners, University of the Philippines Los Baños officials and youth representatives at its headquarters in this town on September 10.
Filipino who helped tame insurgency and pro-poor Indian cancer doctor among Magsaysay awardees
People, planet and profits–the 3 pillars of sustainable development
Sustainable Development and Inclusive Growth must be on the agenda of government by effectively addressing the three main pillars: economic, environmental, and social. These three pillars are informally referred to as people, planet, and profits.
PRA cites ‘positive’ impact of land reclamation projects
An official of the Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) said island reclamation projects in Manila Bay would not likely trigger flooding in Metro Manila.
Inside the world of the Mangyan
“THIS is my home,” remarked a smiling Yvis Leyto on reaching the communal village of the Alangan Mangyan, secluded in the upland forest near Sablayan, a coastal town in Occidental Mindoro that stretches to the Apo Reef National Park, which protects the second largest contiguous coral reef in the world.
598 Zambales families evacuated as ‘Falcon’ destroys P18.5 million worth of rice crop
IBA, Zambales—Heavy rains spawned by typhoon “Falcon” damaged more than P18.5 million in rice crops and other agricultural products, destroyed portions of dikes and triggered landslides, and forced 598 families to evacuate their homes amid rising floodwaters in Zambales since Friday.
‘Strong’ banks helped post-lockdown boost
THE strength of Philippine banks may have helped the country fight off the lingering effects of the lockdown on economic growth, according to the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP).
Congressional watchdog agency to probe offshore wind impacts
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The independent watchdog agency of Congress agreed Thursday to look into the impacts that offshore wind development could have on the environment, fishing industry and other areas.
‘Every drop counts’
QC, Camanava, Manila to experience daily service interruptions starting Wednesday
Maynilad customers in Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, Valenzuela, Quezon City and Manila will experience daily service interruptions due to the “drastic cuts” in raw water allocation that started on Saturday, July 8.
Rep. Co pushes renewable energy tech in agri sector to mitigate El Niño impact
A leader of the House of Representatives on Monday called for the utilization of renewable energy (RE) to help the agricultural sector mitigate the impacts of El Niño.
Thousands affected by oil spill file compensation claims–solon
A member of the House Committee on Ecology said last Sunday that an initial batch of 3,457 victims from the fisheries sector have so far filed a combined P114 million in financial compensation claims for the economic losses they suffered due to the MT Princess Empress oil spill.
Filipino at helm of global school for maritime leaders
New social contract would lead to bright future for global maritime industry
Manila (ILO NEWS) – A new social contract underpinned by social dialogue, labour rights, a ‘Just transition’ to a green economy and new technologies would lead the global maritime industry towards a safe, equitable and human-centered future according to Gilbert F. Houngbo, Director-General of the International Labour Organization.
Biz leaders urged to implement EPR, help fight plastic pollution
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga called on members of the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) to implement Republic Act 11898, or the Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR) of 2022 to help the government fight plastic pollution.
Pascual urges Japan’s trading houses to step up in tech, jobs
TRADE Secretary Alfredo E. Pascual urged top Japanese trading houses to participate in efforts to enhance bilateral economic and trade relations between the Philippines and Japan, particularly in the areas of technology and employment.
Boracay task force’s return pitched
THE Department of Tourism (DOT) is pushing for the re-establishment of the Boracay Inter-Agency Task Force (BIATF) to oversee the management of the popular resort island.
ESG investing and the debate surrounding it
‘Code red’: UN scientists warn of worsening global warming
5 things to know about the new UN report on climate change
BusinessMirror reporter awarded for climate coverage
BusinessMirror’s award-winning editorial staff just added another feather to their cap.
How a mining firm protects the environment
A mining company, wary of the huge responsibility to protect its immediate environment, has been proactive in accounting the stock on natural capital within its concession and neighboring areas with the aim of leaving a sustainable habitat once its mining operation ceases.
The problems of ‘sweeping the dust in the air’
Sweeping the dust in the air is an idiomatic way of describing the efforts of cleaning air pollution in the atmosphere, and attempts to figuratively sweep the dirt under the rug, can no longer be kept hidden as the mound of dirt is now showing.
Lopez vows to look into tree-cutting permit for 26,000 trees for Angat rehab
Environment Secretary Regina Paz L. Lopez vowed to look into the rehabilitation of the Angat Dam which, reports says, could lead to the “massacre” of some 26,000 trees within the watershed area.
DENR sees rollout of waste-to-energy projects in Philippine cities next year
A Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) undersecretary on Monday said the Philippines and Japan are strengthening their waste-to-energy (WTE) cooperation, and are eyeing Quezon and Davao cities as potential pilot sites.