Emerson Manila

Had read an article that the Laguna Lake Drinking Water Treatment Plant in Muntinlupa City, Philippines has been honored with the Water Project of the Year award by the Global Water Intelligence. This celebrates its innovative approach to reducing environmental impact in water impact in water treatment, effectively purifying water from Laguna...

It fosters a sense of community, reduces waste by repurposing goods, and can lead to significant savings. Engaging in this practice has transformed my dynamics with friends, family, and neighbors, creating a web of trust and mutual support. We’ve become more than just acquaintances; we’re now partners in a sustainable lifestyle, looking out for...

Learning about the vast amounts of water required to produce everyday items and the scarcity faced by many communities has been eye-opening. To reduce my water footprint, I am committed to taking shorter showers, fixing leaks promptly, and installing water-efficient fixtures. Moreover, I plan to advocate for water conservation in my community...

In Manila, where the Pasig River winds through the urban landscape, I’ve learned that the ingredients in our cleaning products are not just tools for maintaining hygiene but also silent factors affecting our waterways and biodiversity. The phosphates, triclosan, and other harsh chemicals often found in these products can lead to eutrophication,...

Day 25 of the EcoChallenge has brought a profound sense of fulfillment as I witness my monstera plant’s new sprouts. These tiny green shoots, unfurling on our rooftop garden, are a testament to the weeks of attentive care, the meticulous watering, and the hopeful anticipation. Each new leaf is a symbol of growth not just for the plant, but for...

Excited to volunteer for this community service activity.

Forest offers numerous benefits such providing oxygen and filtering pollutants, acts as a natural barriers. Forest parks also offers recreational and educational opportunities such as hiking and camping. They also provide shelter to countless species, and it also supplies valuable resources such as food products, medicinal plants and timber for...

I won't end this year's eco challenge without talking about my favorite animal, the crocodile. In the Philippines, there are two species. Crocodylus porosus, or the Philippine saltwater crocodile, and the Crocodylus mindorensis. Considered to be the most severely threatened crocodile species in the world, listed as critically endangered by the...

Beating the summer heat, we refresh ourselves with something that is cold. Typical refreshments to Philippines are halo-halo, buko pandan, and different fruits and tapioca pearls. Sellers do usually use plastic caps and spoons. But this time, I brought my own glass and not request their plastic spoon. [By the way, it's a glass and not a...

The Cagayan River is the longest river and largest river by discharge volume of water in the Philippines. The river passes through one of the few remaining primary forests in the Philippines. It supports the lives of numerous endemic and endangered species, like the Luzon bleeding-heart pigeon (Gallicolumba luzonica), Philippine eagle and the...