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Manila: The Department of Energy (DOE) has urged Filipinos to participate in Earth Hour 2025 by turning off non-essential lights and electrical appliances. This symbolic gesture aims to raise awareness of climate change and environmental issues on Saturday. According to Philippines News Agency, the DOE is also encouraging Filipinos to conserve water, highlighting the interdependence of energy and water. The theme for Earth Hour 2025, ‘Switch Off and Secure Water for All,’ emphasizes this connection. The event is scheduled to take place from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. DOE Secretary Raphael Lotilla explained that every kilowatt-hour of electricity consumed requires

Cebu: The PHP7.5-billion Daanbantayan Solar Power Plant broke ground this week after its documentary requirements were fast-tracked by national government agencies (NGAs) and local government units (LGUs) under the Marcos administration’s green lane initiative. In a statement Thursday, the Board of Investments (BOI) said this project of Acciona Energia Global in Barangay Talisay, Daanbantayan, Cebu started its construction on March 16, seven months after the agency awarded the Green Lane Certificate to the developer. According to Philippines News Agency, this project highlights the tangible impact of the Green Lane program, showcasing its success in attracting investors, particularly in renewable energy.

Manila: Malaca±ang on Thursday expressed dismay over Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s plan to go into hiding to evade possible arrest because of his involvement in former president Rodrigo Duterte’s war on illegal drugs. In a Palace press briefing, Presidential Communications Office Undersecretary and Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said it is surprising that such a statement came from Dela Rosa, who was a former chief of the Philippine National Police. According to Philippines News Agency, Castro said Dela Rosa is setting a bad precedent, as his fellow Filipinos might think that evading arrest is acceptable. ‘Iyan po ba ang gusto

Jaipur: The Philippines has moved to Level 5 in the Universal Postal Union’s (UPU) Integrated Index for Postal Development (2IPD) ranking in the world, as announced at the first Asia Pacific Postal Leaders Forum in Jaipur, India. According to Philippines News Agency, Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) Postmaster General and Chief Executive Officer Luis Carlos stated that the increase in ranking demonstrates the country’s dedication to advancing its postal services through good governance, strengthening nationwide connectivity, and maintaining transparency in its operations. The 2IPD ranking evaluates the performance and development of postal systems globally. The key metrics used by the UPU

Makati City: Angola is looking to boost its cooperation with the Philippines in the area of investment and tourism development, its ranking official has conveyed during a meeting with the Department of Tourism (DOT). According to Philippines News Agency, Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco and Angolan Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Secretary of State for External Relations Esmeralda Bravo Conde Da Silva Mendon§a discussed the matter during a meeting in Makati City. The DOT, in a news release Thursday, said Angola has requested to “collaborate with the Philippines in boosting tourism investments and exchanges.” Mendon§a conveyed that the southern African state wants