Cebu's Chronic Garbage Problem: A Failure of RA 9003
Cebu City's flooding and soaring landfill costs expose decades of neglecting the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. Discover why enforcement, not new laws, is the solution.
Category : Environmental Laws
Lake Holon Events Canceled Over Permit Issues
DENR issues violation notice for Holonman Aquathlon 2025, forcing Race to Lake Holon 2025 cancellation. Organizers defer to July 2026 for compliance. Read the full story.
Bacolod stops illegal creek fencing by Neo Food Corp
Bacolod City issues cease order against Neo Food Corporation for illegal creek fencing causing flooding. Company given 72 hours to explain. #BacolodNews
DENR stops Monterrazas operations after environmental violations
DENR orders Monterrazas de Cebu to cease operations following environmental violations. Investigation continues into Cotcot River disaster that killed 60+ people in Liloan.
Illegal Land Development Threatens Cebu's Protected Forests
Mountain bikers uncover rampant illegal construction in Central Cebu's protected landscape, raising flood risks. DENR's oversight is questioned as communities suffer from Typhoon Tino's devastation. Demand accountability now.
Cebu mandates tree planting for quarry, mining permits
Cebu Province now requires quarry and mining operators to plant trees, donate seedlings, and build drainage canals before permit renewal. Governor's order ensures strict enforcement.
Cebu Developers Accused of Using Unlicensed Planners
Monterrazas de Cebu developers face allegations of using unlicensed environmental planners for critical documents. Environmental planner Gus Agosto reveals potential RA 10587 violations. Learn the legal implications.
Cebu Developer Denies Cutting 700 Trees After Typhoon
Monterrazas de Cebu denies DENR allegations of cutting 700 trees on its hillside development. The controversy emerges after Typhoon Tino's floods raised environmental concerns in Cebu City.
DENR Cites Cebu Developer for Environmental Violations
DENR uncovers 700+ illegal tree cuttings and multiple environmental violations at Monterrazas de Cebu hillside development following Typhoon Tino investigation. Read the full report.
DENR stops Cebu development over environmental violations
The DENR orders Monterrazas de Cebu to halt operations after illegal tree cutting and failed flood control. Developer faces massive fines and must plant 73,400 trees. #Cebu #Environment
DENR stops Monterrazas de Cebu for environmental violations
DENR orders Monterrazas de Cebu to stop operations after finding 734 trees cut illegally and 10 ECC violations. The developer faces 73,400 tree replacements and criminal charges.
DENR probes Monterrazas de Cebu after Typhoon Tino floods
The DENR has launched a multi-agency investigation into the Monterrazas de Cebu project following severe flooding. Officials are assessing environmental compliance and drainage systems. Read the latest updates on this developing story.
DENR Probes Monterrazas de Cebu Project Over Violations
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources launches a comprehensive probe into the controversial Monterrazas de Cebu development following environmental concerns and public outcry over potential violations.
Cebu Towns Struggle with Waste Management Compliance
Several municipalities in Cebu continue to face difficulties in establishing proper sanitary landfills, despite national laws mandating waste management compliance. Learn about the ongoing challenges and potential solutions.
Cebu Hauler Faces Case for Illegal Waste Dumping
A cargo truck company in Cebu confronts criminal charges after repeatedly ignoring official warnings about unauthorized waste disposal in Consolacion, sparking environmental concerns.
DENR Investigates Unauthorized Aquathlon at Lake Holon
Environmental authorities are probing an illegal aquathlon event at the protected Lake Holon in T'boli, South Cotabato, raising concerns about ecological damage to the pristine watershed area.
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