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MANILA, Philippines — Environmental watchdog group Ecowaste Coalition calls on Black Nazarene devotees to keep Rizal Park and the Jan. 9 grand procession clean by avoiding smoking and littering during the traditional ‘pahalik’ at Quirino Grandstand. In…
MANILA, Philippines — As the Christmas season nears, environmental and advocacy groups have warned consumers against buying uncertified Christmas lights that are not only potentially toxic but also fire hazards as well as plastic toys containing a…
LAPU-LAPU CITY, Cebu — EcoWaste Coalition said that seven banned ‘mercury-containing’ facial creams are still being sold by some cosmetics vendors in the tri-cities of Cebu, Mandaue and Lapu-Lapu. Quoting the outcome of a monitoring that they…
QUEZON CITY, Philippines–Public health and environmental networks expressed dismay with the decision of Cebu City Mayor Mike Rama to sign a joint venture agreement (JVA) with New Sky Energy that will hostage the city to a…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Consumers here are urged to be wary of buying cosmetic products. Environment watchdog EcoWaste Coalition reported that banned beauty creams remain rampant in Cebu City. The group, in a statement sent to members…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Various environmental groups in the country are urging Cebu City Mayor Michael Rama not to approve the Waste to Energy (WTE) Joint Venture Agreement (JVA) with New Sky Energy Philippines. The City Council…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Two environmental groups are asking the Cebu City government to already address the city’s “garbage crisis.” Ecowaste Coalition and the Philippine Movement for Climate Justice (PMCJ) wrote acting Mayor Rama and Mayor Edgardo…
MANILA, Philippines — EcoWaste Coalition on Tuesday called on local government units (LGUs) to ban firecrackers, fireworks, and other pyrotechnic devices this holiday season amid pandemic. In a statement, the group’s Chemical Safety Campaigner Thony Dizon urged officials…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — A civic group in Cebu City is calling for an immediate ban on single-use plastic and styrofoams in the city amid the recent flash floods. The group is composed of environmental protection organizations…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Some toys may be cute and affordable, but that does not necessarily mean they are safe. As the Christmas season approaches, gift-hunting especially for the kids has also started to kick off. But…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Environmental health groups renewed calls for local government units to take swift action and ensure that face masks and other COVID-19 personal protective equipment do not end up polluting the environment. EcoWaste Coalition…
CEBU CITY, Philippines — While wearing of face masks is mandatory as part of the established health protocols against the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), the Cebu Provincial Capitol reminded the public that disposing the protective…
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