Man Fined for Dumping Trash into Sea in Cebu City
A man was fined for throwing garbage into the sea at Pasil Fish Market in Cebu City. Authorities issued three citation tickets for violating waste disposal ordinances.
Category : Water Resources
Manila Bay Clean-Up Drive Targets Flood Prevention
Oplan Kontra Bara Season 3, the largest coastal clean-up in Manila Bay, aims to reduce flooding by clearing drainage systems and waterways with government support.
Visayas Grid on Yellow Alert Wednesday Evening
The Visayas grid will be placed under yellow alert on Wednesday evening, May 27, due to thin power reserves, according to NGCP.
MCWD Faces P760M Loss: Can Cebu Avoid Water Crisis?
MCWD lost P760 million in 2025 due to leaking pipes and rising costs. Chairman Ruben Almendras discusses recovery plans and the impact of a potential El Niño dry spell on Cebu households.
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Central Visayas Water Districts Face Highest Deficit
Central Visayas water districts produced record 12M cubic meters of water in 2021 but face highest deficit of 4M cubic meters, according to PIDS study.
Cebu Mayor Defends Landfill Reopening Amid Concerns
Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival defends the partial reopening of Prime Integrated Waste Solutions facility, citing regulatory compliance, while environmental office raises access and oversight concerns.
Samal Island P100M Water Project to End Rationing by 2027
The Island Garden City of Samal moves forward with a P100M bulk water project to end water rationing in Kaputian District, targeting completion by Q4 2027.
Vivant Acquires Bantayan Water Firm, Enhancing Island Utilities
Over 4,000 households in Bantayan Island, Cebu, will benefit from improved water services after Vivant Transcore Holdings Inc. acquired local distributor Bremandcor, promising reliable supply and infrastructure upgrades.
Bacolod Water Crisis Looms, Officials Urge Action
Deputy Speaker Alfredo Benitez and Mayor Greg Gasataya call for urgent measures as Bacolod's water supply declines sharply, affecting households and businesses. PrimeWater reports pipeline leaks and reservoir damage have reduced supply by 13 million liter
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Cebu Water Crisis: MCWD Rate Hike Sparks Public Outrage
Metropolitan Cebu Water District faces mounting public anger over proposed rate increases amid chronic water shortages, aging infrastructure, and governance issues. Consumers demand transparency and tangible service improvements before accepting higher bi
Water Crisis in Borbon: LGU vs Private Provider Clash
A water crisis grips Borbon as a conflict between the local government and private provider SAVS disrupts service and billing, with the LGU terminating a 25-year joint venture and launching its own system amid legal disputes.
Borbon Water Crisis: LGU and Provider Clash Over Service
A water crisis threatens Borbon, Cebu, as a conflict between the Municipal Council and private provider Savs disrupts service and billing, with the LGU revoking a 25-year agreement and taking over operations amid resident complaints.
Cebu Water Rate Hike Backed to Fix Leaks, Saltwater Threat
Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña supports a 10% water rate increase to fund infrastructure repairs and address saltwater intrusion from private wells, aiming to ensure sustainable water supply.
DENR Chief Drinks Water to Prove Safety in Zamboanga Island Project
DENR Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna inspected a water filtration and desalination project in Tumalutab Island, Zamboanga, demonstrating water safety by drinking it. The project is part of a P485 million national program to address water supply gaps in remote
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Solar-Powered Water Station Opens in Pampanga's Arayat
A new purified water station in Barangay San Juan Baño, Arayat, provides safe drinking water to over 2,000 households, featuring a solar-powered system and a three-step filtration process.
MCWD Clarifies Groundwater Role in Water Supply Plan
The Metropolitan Cebu Water District responds to advocacy group criticism, emphasizing that groundwater extraction is part of a broader integrated strategy including surface water and desalination.
Santa Ana Slashes Landfill Waste 98% with Recycling Initiatives
The Santa Ana LGU in Pampanga reports dramatic waste reduction, with hauling costs plummeting from nearly ₱1 million to just ₱19,158 monthly, thanks to segregation and composting efforts.
Cebu City Launches Water Conservation Drive 'Balak Akong Linabhan'
Cebu City initiates 'Balak Akong Linabhan' to promote water conservation, addressing local shortages through community engagement and sustainable practices.
Vivant Water Increases Puerto Princesa Wastewater Stake to 90%
Vivant Hydrocore Holdings Inc. has raised its stake in the Puerto Princesa Wastewater Reclamation and Learning Center to 90%, enhancing its role in treating two million liters daily and improving bay water quality.
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MCWD Commits to Cutting Water Losses and Upgrading Infrastructure
The Metropolitan Cebu Water District has pledged to reduce non-revenue water to 25% by 2026 and 20% by 2027, aiming to boost revenues for infrastructure and address contamination concerns raised by civil society groups.
Carcar Water District Proposes P358M Expansion
Carcar Water District plans a P358.11-million expansion, including water supply upgrades and two septage treatment plants, to address growing demand and sanitation needs for 140,000 residents.
Cebu Water Crisis: MCWD System Called 'Disaster'
Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates warn that MCWD's high Non-Revenue Water levels, exceeding 30%, create financial burdens and contamination risks, demanding urgent infrastructure fixes.
Philippine Water Districts Face Persistent Supply Gaps, Study Finds
A new PIDS study highlights that annual water demand exceeds supply in 532 Philippine water districts, with structural challenges and governance issues driving service gaps despite abundant resources.
Philippine Water Districts Struggle with Supply Deficits
A new study reveals that water districts across the Philippines are failing to meet annual demand, with a 3.6 million cubic meter deficit nationwide, highlighting systemic issues in service delivery and governance.
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Olango Desalination Plant Launched to Aid 500 Households
At least 500 households in Barangay Sta. Rosa on Olango Island will receive safe water as the CSWater Lapu-Lapu Olango Desalination Plant begins operations, with a second facility planned in Punta Engaño to boost city-wide capacity.
200 Volunteers Join Abacan River Clean-Up in Angeles City
Over 200 volunteers from private groups, civic organizations, and local government offices will participate in a clean-up drive along the Abacan River on February 21, aiming to promote unity and ensure a clean water supply.
Lapu-Lapu City Launches Purok-Based Waste Management
Lapu-Lapu City Government has officially launched a new Purok-Based Solid Waste Management System, requiring households to sort trash and assigning eco-warriors to monitor designated stations.
Water Assets Frozen in Flood Control Anomaly Investigation
The Anti-Money Laundering Council freezes 28 water assets, including yachts, linked to alleged flood control project irregularities, with a total value of P4.8 billion under scrutiny.
Angeles City Water District, Police Fight Water Theft
The Angeles City Water District and PrimeWater partner with police and barangay officials to enhance security, targeting illegal water connections and drug-related crimes to safeguard water supply.
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Cebu Group Calls for Water, Sanitation Infrastructure Fixes
Cebu Electricity Rights Advocates urges Cebu City to improve MCWD water supply protection and address sanitation issues at Pasil Fish Port and SRP, citing health risks.
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