MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Ports Authority is going green.
The order complies with the Republic Act 9729, better known as the 2009 ‘Climate Change Act,’ said PPA General Manager Jay Santiago. Non-compliance will be enough ground for the cancellation of accreditation, permit to operate, Certificate of Registration, appointment, contract, or the non-renewal thereof.
Meanwhile, the applicant/grantee shall coordinate with the local Community Environment and Natural Resources Office or concerned office or unit of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for the type of seedlings to be planted and the location where the seedlings shall be planted.