By utilizing solar power, NFA not only reduces its carbon footprint but also supports the national goal of increasing renewable energy use.-DA Photo DAVAO CITY --- The National Food Authority (NFA) has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC) to implement a rooftop solar photovoltaic system at its headquarters in Quezon City. This … [Read more...] about NFA partners with PNOC to reduce energy costs through solar project
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3 adults, 1 juvenile southern rufous hornbill documented in MANP Cotabato
DAVAO CITY --- Conservation efforts in the Mount Apo Natural Park (MANP) Cotabato received a significant boost with the recent documentation of three adult and one juvenile Mindanao Rufous Hornbills (Buceros hydrocorax mindanensis) by the Philippine Eagle Monitoring team during a monitoring activity from September 9-14, 2024, in Magpet, Cotabato. This sighting marks the … [Read more...] about 3 adults, 1 juvenile southern rufous hornbill documented in MANP Cotabato
Davao del Sur highway submerged, Davao City streets flooded due to southwest monsoon
DAVAO CITY — The national highway in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur, was transformed into a river as floodwaters surged along the roadway, halting traffic and creating significant congestion. High tide exacerbated the situation by preventing rainwater from draining into the sea. In Davao City, seven barangays were affected by flooding: Barangays 7-A, 32-D, Bucana, Ma-a, Matina … [Read more...] about Davao del Sur highway submerged, Davao City streets flooded due to southwest monsoon
Environment volunteers rescue juvenile Philippine Eagle in Bukidnon
DAVAO CITY --- The DENR-Community Environment and Natural Resources Office of Valencia (DENR-CENRO Valencia), in collaboration with Bantay Lasang volunteers from the Mt. Kalatungan Protected Area Management Office (PAMO) and the City Environment and Natural Resources Office of Valencia (City ENRO), recently rescued a wounded juvenile Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) in … [Read more...] about Environment volunteers rescue juvenile Philippine Eagle in Bukidnon
LPA upgraded to Tropical Depression ‘Gener’
DAVAO CITY, Philippines ---A low-pressure area (LPA) within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR) has developed into a tropical depression named “Gener,” with several areas in Luzon now under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1, according to the weather bureau on Monday. As of 8 a.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration … [Read more...] about LPA upgraded to Tropical Depression ‘Gener’
