Category: Environment and Natural Resources
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Capitol To Install New Segregated Bins For Better Waste Disposal
The Iloilo Provincial Government is enhancing waste segregation practices at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol with the installation of ten (10) new customized segregated waste bins, making proper waste disposal more convenient for employees and transacting clients. Two bins will be placed on every floor from the 1st to 5th level strategically located on both ends…
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PhP 13-M For Brgy. Polopiรฑa, Concepcion
Provincial Administrator Raul Banias handed over a check worth PhP 13 million to the officials of Barangay Polopiรฑa, Concepcion, Iloilo, led by Punong Barangay Henry Francisco. The allocation will finance the construction of a 140-meter breakwater at Sitio Danao-danao, Barangay Polopiรฑa. Once completed, the structure will serve as a vital shield for residents, protecting the…
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Iloilo Dialogue On Circularity In Renewable Energy
The Province of Iloilo through the Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST), and the Center for Empowerment, iNnovation and Training on Renewable Energy or CentRE, successfully convened key stakeholders for the Iloilo Dialogue on Circularity in Renewable Energy. Iloilo as the rising RE hub in the Philippines, now sets an important collaboration to…
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Iloilo Eyes Nature-Based, Ridge-To-Reef Approaches In Sustainable Development Programs
Provincial Administrator Raul Banias conducted a round-table discussion with environmental advocates to seek technical assistance on how the province can integrate Nature-Based Solutions and Ridge-to-Reef strategy in the implementation of development programs and projects. Present during the meeting are Victor Prodigo, an advisor specializing in Nature-Based Solutions and the Ridge-to-Reef Strategy, Melvin Purzuelo of Green…
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Iloilo LGUs Present Outstanding EnGov Initiatives For Normandy Peace Award
Nine local government in Iloilo showcased their most impactful Environmental Governance (EnGov) initiatives as part of the qualification process for nomination to the ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ฆ ๐ด๐ค๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ โ ๐ค๐๐กโ ๐กโ๐ ๐ธ๐๐๐กโ. The presentations featured innovative programs that highlight environmental stewardship, sustainability, and community-driven action toward achieving โPeace with the Earth.โ Among the initiatives presented were:…
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Purok Resilience Program Team Conducts Site Validation In Oton, Iloilo
The Technical Working Group (TWG) for the Purok Resilience Program (PRP) conducted a site validation in Oton, Iloilo, following the municipalityโs expression of intent to participate in the program. Oton has long been identified as a flood-prone area, particularly in communities located along the Batiano River, including Barangays Alegre, Poblacion North, San Antonio, and San…
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Gov. Defensor Urges Proactive Action, Preemptive Evacuation As โUwanโ Nears PAR
Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. called for a blended meeting with the members of the Provincial Community Defense Action Cluster to discuss the provincial government’s disaster preparedness measures amid the impending entry of Severe Tropical Storm Fung-Wong (local name Uwan) into the Philippine Area of Responsibility. Defensor emphasized the importance of a proactive action, particularly giving…
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P6 Million To Bolster Carles’ Disaster Resilience
Carles Mayor Arnold Betita II received a check worth P6 million from the Iloilo provincial government as support to the disaster preparedness, mitigation, and response programs of the municipality. Vice Governor Lee Ann Debuque who is also the OIC-governor and Provincial Administrator Raul Banias turned over the check to Mayor Betita today, November 7. The…
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PDRRMO Iloilo, MDRRMO Mina Assist PSWDO In Hauling Pre-Positioned Relief Goods
The Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) Iloilo, in coordination with the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) Mina, assisted the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO) in hauling pre-positioned relief goods at the Mina Evacuation Center. These goods form part of the provinceโs preparedness measures to ensure the timely…
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EROI Renews Commitment To Public Service
Members of the Emergency Responders of Iloilo (EROI), led by their President Joecil Mayor, reaffirmed their dedication to public service by taking their oath of commitment to respond during disasters and emergencies. The oath-taking ceremony was administered by Vice Governor Nathalie Ann Debuque, witnessed by Provincial Administrator Raul Banias and Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and…