ADB, DENR launch P170M project to protect PH wetlands

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has launched a new project in collaboration with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to safeguard critical wetlands across the Philippines.

The initiative will concentrate on three vital wetland areas: Candaba in Luzon, and Lake Mainit and Sibugay wetlands in Mindanao.

These wetlands serve as crucial resting grounds for migratory birds on the East Asian-Australasian Flyway, while also supporting biodiversity, local livelihoods, and climate resilience for Filipinos.

The project aims to enhance the protection, management, and restoration of these important natural habitats.

Furthermore, it will provide training for Filipinos in wetland conservation, creating jobs that align with the Sustainable Development Goals.

This initiative is supported by a $3 million grant from the Global Environment Facility, intended to combat threats such as reclamation and urban expansion impacting regional wetlands.