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Limestone quarry in Bohol - Philippines mining industry

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Philippine mining attracts US, Australia, China, UK

Advanced countries like the US, Australia, China, and the UK are showing a keen interest in the Philippines' mining sector, especially in nickel processing. DENR's Carlos Primo David highlighted this at the Mining Philippines 2023 Conference. While some companies have advanced nickel processing, there's potential for growth in downstream processing. The Philippines is a recipient of a $1M US grant for studying nickel processing in Zambales, emphasizing the importance of critical minerals for energy production. Plans include establishing three new downstream processing facilities in Zambales, Palawan, and Surigao.

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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.

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FAO: Efforts to safeguard biodiversity receive welcome boost

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) said the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund has been launched during the Seventh Global Environmental Facility (GEF) Assembly in Vancouver, Canada.

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DENR to use geospatial maps for climate mitigation

THE Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is now eyeing to use its geospatial mapping tool for the government’s climate mitigation measures, which includes determining the country’s available carbon credits, and locating untapped natural resources.

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PBBM: DA to increase agricultural productivity, lower food prices

President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. said boosting farm and fishery production will be the top agenda of the Department of Agriculture (DA) next year.

Environment Secretary Ma. Antonia “Toni” Yulo-Loyzaga

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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.

Felino A. Palafox Jr.

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PHL, 1st-world economy in ’50-biz expo chief Palafox

THE Philippines becoming a first-world economy by 2050 is achievable if present challenges are addressed effectively, a renowned urban planner said over the weekend.

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Philippine General Minerals Project Inc. gains govt support to be key player in PHL mining industry

The Philippine General Minerals Project Inc. (PGMPI) has announced it is ready to undertake mining operations for the sustainable extraction of critical minerals and rare earth elements, after almost three years of research and development in the rehabilitation of mining areas.

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