PEZA approves Palawan Mega Ecozone on ex-prison land
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) Board has approved the creation of the Palawan Mega Ecozone (PMEZ), a 28,000-hectare development within the Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm in Puerto Princesa City.
Located adjacent to the penal colony, PMEZ aims to attract environmentally responsible industries such as agro-industrial processing, renewable energy, eco-tourism, and marine biotechnology while preserving Palawan's rich biodiversity.
BuCor Director General Gregorio Pio Catapang Jr. thanked PEZA for this approval, which marks a significant milestone in repurposing underutilized land within the penal colony into vibrant eco-friendly industrial estates.
The first phase of the project has transferred 4,000 hectares for immediate development and is expected to serve as a model for integrating sustainable practices within industrial frameworks while fostering economic resilience in the region.
PEZA aims for PMEZ to create over 480,000 direct jobs and uplift livelihoods through job creation and infrastructure development.
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