DENR

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources has lifted the cease of operations order against the Monterrazas de Cebu project, blamed for extreme flooding during Typhoon Tino last year. The Environmental Management Bureau in Central Visayas said the project proponent, The Mont Property Group Inc., implemented required corrective measures under its Environmental Compliance Certificate. EMB regional director John Edward Ang cited documented remedial works, compliance milestones, and settled penalties under Presidential Decree 1586.

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Around 40 million of the Philippines' 115 million population lack access to reliable water supply, according to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). DENR Undersecretary Carlos Primo David stated that climate change or pollution could compromise water sources for millions. DENR chief Juan Miguel Cuna highlighted the challenge of water bankruptcy facing the country.