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The only officially designated marine protected area (MPA) in Central Luzon has been named a finalist in the prestigious 2025 Para el Mar Awards, Zambales’ Masinloc and Oyon Bay Protected Landscape and Seascape (MOBPLS).

Masinloc, Oyon Bay named finalist in 2025 Para el Mar Awards

18 Aug 2025

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The AboitizPower, Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and other stakeholders are pushing for the mangrove conservation thru the expansion of the power company’s adopted mangrove site here.

AboitizPower, DENR promote mangrove conservation in Bataan

11 Aug 2025

2 min read

(FILE) Smog is seen blanketing a building in Pasig on Monday, August 19, 2024. On Sunday night, DENR monitoring stations detected unhealthy air quality levels in certain areas of Metro Manila. This is suspected to be linked to increased vog emissions from the Taal Volcano (Photo/Analy Labor)

13M+ Metro Manila residents regularly exposed to pollution

06 Aug 2025

3 min read

The large fruit bat that caused electricity outage in Sitio Coto, Masinloc.

Bat causes Masinloc outage

01 Aug 2025

1 min read

The 290-linear meter green space in Balanga City

Green space project boosts water flow in Bataan river

01 Aug 2025

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In celebration of International Tiger Day, a tiger cub plays on the grass at the compound of the Zoobic Safari Theme Park in Subic Bay Freeport. The theme park has more or less 50 tigers in its enclosure, including tiger cubs, as the company races to conserve the species despite not being native to Subic Bay Freeport.
The theme park also has breeding programs that follow global standards to help maintain genetic diversity. They are also conducting education and awareness thru tours, talks, and interactive exhibits, that educate thousands of visitors every year about the importance of tiger conservation and how small actions can lead to big changes.

International Tigers Day celebration in Subic Freeport

29 Jul 2025

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A juvenile Northern Philippine Cobra (Naja philippinensis) that was turned over to DENR Bicol.

Two endemic snake species rescued, released in Albay

17 Jul 2025

1 min read

Zambales erosion: Nature, humans — or both to blame?

Zambales erosion: Nature, humans — or both to blame?

16 Jul 2025

2 min read

BAMBOOS at the Lubao Bamboo Hub and Eco-Park.

Iron bamboo cultivation eyed in Subic Freeport

27 Jun 2025

2 min read

Philippine Eagle Owl

Rare Philippine eagle owl spotted in Pasonanca Natural Park

03 May 2025

1 min read

Close-up of a rescued Pantropical Spotted Dolphin being gently supported in the water by MMSU-CASAT responders in Currimao, Ilocos Norte. The dolphin shows visible lesions on its beak as it undergoes rehabilitation.

Dolphin stranded in Currimao waters, MMSU-CASAT and BFAR call for volunteers

01 May 2025

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Fair weather and cloudy skies were observed in Metro Manila, seen from Pasig City on Friday, 4 April 2025. Areas with temperatures between 33°C and 41°C fall under the “extreme caution” category. PAGASA said heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely risks under this heat index level. The weather bureau advises the public to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and wear light clothing to avoid heat-related illnesses. In Metro Manila, a heat index as high as 38°C is expected in NAIA, Pasay City, while Science Garden, Quezon City, could reach 40°C.

Public advised to monitor air quality index

29 Apr 2025

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[FILES] Personnel from the Manila Police District join the first quarter nationwide simultaneous earthquake drill at MPD grounds in UN Avenue, Manila, on 13 March 2025. The earthquake drill is a quarterly exercise to enhance the preparedness of the various agencies and local government units and educate the public on earthquake preparedness measures.

Further improvement of quake drills key in polishing PH earthquake intervention

Aljon Danniell Eguia

09 Apr 2025

2 min read

Eco-friendly products showcased at Quezon City fair

Eco-friendly products showcased at Quezon City fair

22 Mar 2025

1 min read

A model wears a fur scarf during a presentation of creations by Vaquera for the Womenswear Ready-to-wear Fall-Winter 2025/2026 collection as part of the Paris Fashion Week, in Paris on 3 March 2025.

The fur debate: Why millennials and Gen Z are divided over fashion’s most controversial comeback

19 Mar 2025

3 min read

[FILES] A woman uses a portable electric fan to cool herself as she walks along a street during a heatwave in Manila.

Is the Philippine heat aging you faster? The science says maybe!

11 Mar 2025

2 min read

Engr. Donggay explains that the 200 kWh of solar-hydro energy now flowing in the Camiguin Provincial Capitol is a major step toward a sustainable energy future.

CDO Engineer Invents 24/7 Solar-Hydro Technology

Perseus Echeminada

05 Mar 2025

2 min read

DHSUD inspired by PBBM, FL support for Pasig River Project; vows sustained efforts

DHSUD inspired by PBBM, FL support for Pasig River Project; vows sustained efforts

Jing Villamente

02 Mar 2025

3 min read

The Aboitiz Power subsidiary GNPD and other stakeholders release a total of 192 Pawikan hatchlings at the SAGIP Pawikan Center in Morong, Bataan on Friday night.

Aboitiz Power subsidiary greenlights 5-year support for Bataan pawikan hatchery

22 Feb 2025

1 min read

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