Cebu Suspends 600 EV Taxis, Seeks Public Consultation
Governor Pamela Baricuatro halts the planned launch of 600 EV taxis in Metro Cebu pending public consultation. The move addresses traffic and fairness concerns. Read the full story.
Category : Urban Environment
Mandaue Relocates Flood-Displaced Families to Modular Homes
The DHSUD and Mandaue City inaugurate Pasilong sa Paradise, a model modular community with 200 homes for families displaced by Typhoon Tino. First 14 families move in Dec. 22. Read more.
Cebu's Holiday Traffic Nightmare Sparks Policy Debate
Cebu's traffic grinds to a halt, with vehicles crawling 500 meters per hour. Experts blame policy failures and question the CBRT's effectiveness. Could bicycles be the simple solution?
Cebu City's Holiday Traffic to Hit 100,000 Vehicles Daily
Cebu City anticipates severe holiday traffic with up to 100,000 vehicles daily. Mayor Archival urges public cooperation and early travel planning to ease congestion. Learn key tips for navigating the festive season.
Cebu Holiday Traffic Hits Peak: Gridlock Until Dec 23
Traffic in Cebu and Mandaue cities reaches critical levels due to Christmas rush, extended school calendars, and Sinulog prep. Officials warn of worsening conditions until Dec 23. Plan your trips.
Mandaue Traffic Heavy in December, Team Manages Congestion
Traffic in Mandaue City surges due to Christmas shopping. Team head Hyll Retuya details congestion hotspots and measures like reinforced personnel and adjusted schedules to manage the flow.
Study: Sea Salt and Manila Air Pollution Chemically React
New research shows sea salt particles react with Metro Manila's polluted air, impacting health and climate. Discover the surprising post-lockdown findings and policy implications.
Cebu City Zoning Blamed for Typhoon Tino Flooding
Urban advocates petition Cebu City Council for a zoning overhaul after Typhoon Tino exposes dangers of outdated land use plans and unchecked upland development.
DOTr Bans E-Bikes and E-Trikes on Major Roads
The Department of Transportation implements nationwide ban on electric bikes and tricycles from major roads starting December 1, 2025. Learn how this affects traffic flow and public safety.
Cebu's Watershed Crisis: Ex-Official's Role Questioned
Environmental planner questions why watershed protection measures weren't implemented during architect Espina's tenure as Cebu City planning coordinator. Read the full analysis.
Angeles City's Urban Development and Future Vision
Exploring Angeles City's urban evolution from historic roots to modern challenges. Can strategic development balance growth with sustainability? Discover the vision for this booming Philippine city.
Exposed Cebu Mountainside Risks Landslide After Project Stop
Former Cebu City official warns halted Monterrazas de Cebu development creates landslide danger. DENR stoppage order leaves slopes exposed without stabilization measures. Learn the risks.
Ex-CPDO Chief Proposes 3 Strategies for Metro Cebu
Former Cebu City Planning chief Architect Joseph Michael Espina outlines three crucial strategies from JICA's master plan to address flooding and enable sustainable development in Metro Cebu through watershed-focused planning.
Ex-Cebu planner urges watershed-focused development
Former Cebu City planning chief Joseph Michael Espina advocates for Jica's 2015 Metro Cebu Roadmap strategies to address flooding through growth dispersal and green infrastructure.
Cebu's Urban Challenges: Flooding, Development, Solutions
Architect Joseph Michael Espina discusses Cebu's biggest urban issues—flooding, rapid development, and the need for a walkable city. Discover practical steps for a safer, greener Cebu.
Cebu's Garbage Crisis: Landfill Threat After 8 Years
Cebu City faces a growing waste management crisis as the Inayawan Landfill remains unrehabilitated despite a 2017 Supreme Court order. Councilor Joel Garganera urges immediate action for a sustainable solution.
Inayawan Landfill Rehabilitation Stalled by Ownership Review
Cebu City's Inayawan landfill rehabilitation faces delays due to ownership uncertainty. Learn how this legal limbo affects waste management and public health.
UN: 45% of World Population Lives in Cities
UN report reveals nearly half of global population resides in urban areas, with megacities quadrupling since 1975. Discover urbanization trends shaping our future.
Illegal Waste Dumping Sparks Health Concerns in Mandaue
Residents in Mandaue City's Zone 5, Canduman report illegal waste dumping causing health hazards. City officials confirm investigation and temporary halt to operations. Read latest updates.
Illegal Garbage Dumping Alarms Mandaue Residents
Residents in Barangay Canduman report unbearable conditions from illegal garbage dumping. Officials confirm contractor involvement. Call for immediate cleanup and accountability.
Cebu Flood Control Projects: Are They Enough?
Cebu's flood control projects face scrutiny as flooding persists. Experts analyze infrastructure effectiveness and sustainable solutions for urban flooding.
Why Filipinos Now Fear the Rain They Once Loved
A personal reflection on how climate change and urbanization have transformed the rain in the Philippines from a blessing into a source of fear and disruption. Discover the urgent need for resilient flood control.
Rendon Labador Calls Out Slater Young Over Cebu Project
Fitness coach Rendon Labador criticizes Slater Young's luxury Cebu condo, blamed for worsening floods. Netizens and celebrities join the backlash. Read the full story.
Cebu Flooding Exposes Critical Planning Failures
Recent Cebu flooding reveals deeper urban planning failures beyond infrastructure. Experts demand integrated solutions for sustainable development. Learn the full story.
Slater Young Criticized for Monterrazas Project Amid Flooding
Actor-engineer Slater Young remains silent as netizens link his The Rise at Monterrazas project to Cebu flooding from Typhoon Tino. Calls for accountability grow. Read more.
Cebu Mayor Orders Inspection of Hillside Development
Mayor Nestor Archival directs environment agencies to inspect Slater Young's Monterrazas de Cebu project following flooding complaints. Findings expected soon.
Urbanization Worsens Cebu City Flooding in Bacayan
Severe flooding in Bacayan, Cebu City during Typhoon Tino resulted from decades of urbanization and deforestation. Councilor Garganera explains the environmental crisis. Learn how to protect our watersheds.
SK Demands Probe After Typhoon Tino Flooding
Following severe flooding from Typhoon Tino, Guadalupe's Sangguniang Kabataan demands an urgent investigation into Monterrazas retention ponds and drainage systems for a safer Cebu City.
Netizens Blame Slater Young's Project for Cebu Flooding
After deadly flooding in Cebu City, netizens point fingers at Slater Young's 'The Rise at Monterrazas' mountainside development. Calls grow for DENR investigation into the luxury project's environmental impact.
Guadalupe SK Seeks Probe into Monterrazas Drainage Ponds
Cebu's Guadalupe Sangguniang Kabataan calls for urgent probe into Monterrazas de Cebu's drainage retention ponds, citing potential flooding risks and environmental concerns affecting local communities.
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