Committee on ENVIRONMENT, NATURAL RESOURCES AND CLIMATE CHANGE
ECO-TOURISM INCENTIVES ACT OF THE PHILIPPINES
The Eco-Tourism Incentives Act of the Philippines mandates the establishment of mangrove buffer zones in development projects and provides tax incentives for eco-tourism enterprises to promote sustainable practices.
AMENDING SECTION 21 OF R.A.. NO. 7942, PHILIPPINE MINING ACT
Senate Bill No. 2094 amends Section 21 of the Philippine Mining Act of 1995 to require prior consultation with local government units and communities before issuing exploration permits for mining activities.
LOW CARBON ECONOMY INVESTMENT ACT
The Low Carbon Economy Investment Act aims to promote investments in a low-carbon economy by establishing a carbon emission pricing framework and implementation mechanisms to achieve climate-resilient economic development.
SOLID WASTE IMPORTATION BAN ACT OF 2026
The Solid Waste Importation Ban Act of 2026 aims to prohibit the importation of solid waste into the Philippines, impose penalties for violations, and establish a framework for enforcement and compliance.
PHILIPPINE RISE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ACT
This bill aims to create the Philippine Rise Development Authority, which will oversee the exploration, utilization, and protection of the Philippine Rise, a significant undersea region rich in natural resources.
RASA ISLAND WILDLIFE SANCTUARY ACT
The Rasa Island Wildlife Sanctuary Act aims to declare Rasa Island in Narra, Palawan, as a protected area under the National Integrated Protected Areas System, establishing management protocols and funding for its conservation.
TOTAL BAN OF WASTE IMPORTATION ACT
The Total Ban of Waste Importation Act aims to impose a complete ban on the importation of waste and its by-products into the Philippines, addressing environmental and public health concerns.
REVISED WILDLIFE RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION ACT
This bill aims to strengthen the legal framework for wildlife conservation in the Philippines by amending the existing Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act. It addresses the increasing threats to wildlife from illegal trade, habitat destruction, and climate change, and seeks to enhance the protection and management of the country's biodiversity.
MANGROVE FOREST PRESERVATION ACT
The Mangrove Forest Preservation Act aims to establish and preserve mangrove reservation areas across the Philippines, ensuring the protection and sustainable management of mangrove forests.
NATIONAL COMPUTER RECYCLING ACT OF 2026
The National Computer Recycling Act of 2026 aims to create a grant and fee program to promote the proper recycling of used computers and establish a national infrastructure for their recycling.
SIERRA MADRE CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION ACT
The Sierra Madre Conservation and Protection Act aims to establish the Sierra Madre Conservation Authority to oversee the conservation and protection of the Sierra Madre Mountain Range, addressing threats such as deforestation and illegal logging.
WASTE TREATMENT TECHNOLOGY ACT
The Waste Treatment Technology Act regulates the use of treatment technology for municipal and hazardous wastes, establishing standards for waste treatment facilities and repealing a section of the Philippine Clean Air Act.
SIERRA MADRE CONSERVATION AUTHORITY ACT
The Sierra Madre Conservation Authority Act aims to declare the entire Sierra Madre Mountain Range as a Strict Protection Zone, create the Sierra Madre Conservation Authority, and appropriate necessary funds for its implementation.
NATIONAL HAZARD MAPPING ACT
The National Hazard Mapping Act aims to create a national disaster map identifying low-lying areas vulnerable to rising sea levels and areas at high risk for natural disasters, establishing no-build zones in these areas, and appropriating necessary funds for its implementation.
AURORA MEMORIAL PROTECTED LANDSCAPE (AMPL) ACT
The bill seeks to declare certain lands in Aurora and Nueva Ecija as a protected area under the National Integrated Protected Areas System, known as the Aurora Memorial Protected Landscape (AMPL). It includes provisions for management and funding for the area.
MT. GUTOM PROTECTED LANDSCAPE (MGPL) ACT
The Mt. Gutom Protected Landscape (MGPL) Act aims to declare a specific area in Zamboanga del Norte as a protected landscape under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). This legislation seeks to ensure the conservation and sustainable management of the area's rich biodiversity and natural resources.
SULTAN NAGA DIMAPORO PROTECTED LANDSCAPE AND SEASCAPE ACT
This bill seeks to declare a specific area in Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lanao del Norte, as a protected landscape and seascape under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). It provides for the management of this area and allocates funding for its protection and maintenance.
TREE PLANTING PLAN ACT
The Tree Planting Plan Act mandates that applicants for building and development permits submit a tree planting plan to promote environmental protection and sustainable development in the Philippines.
PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SYSTEM ACT
This bill establishes a comprehensive Philippine Environmental Assessment System, creates the National Environmental Protection Agency (NEPA), and allocates funding for its implementation. It aims to improve environmental assessments through Strategic Environmental Assessments (SEA), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), and Health Impact Assessments (HIA).
INTEGRATED COASTAL MANAGEMENT ACT
The Integrated Coastal Management Act aims to adopt integrated coastal management as a national strategy to promote sustainable development of coastal and marine environments and resources, while establishing mechanisms for its implementation and funding.
NATIONAL COASTAL GREENBELT ACT
The National Coastal Greenbelt Act aims to establish a program to protect and rehabilitate coastal ecosystems through the creation of coastal greenbelts, which are natural buffers made of mangroves and beach forests. The bill outlines the responsibilities of various government agencies and local government units in implementing the program, including the preparation of action plans and the removal of illegal structures in designated areas.
AMENDING R.A. NO. 9003 (ECOLOGICAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ACT OF 2000)
This bill aims to strengthen the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 by creating local clean-up teams and increasing fines for violations related to solid waste management.
PHILIPPINE RISE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (PRDA) ACT
The bill creates the Philippine Rise Development Authority (PRDA) to manage and develop the natural resources of the Philippine Rise, ensuring sustainable practices and ecological conservation.
PHILIPPINE RISE OR TALAMPAS NG PILIPINAS
This bill seeks to rename the Benham Rise to 'Philippine Rise' or 'Talampas ng Pilipinas' and establish the names of its undersea features. It mandates the use of this new name in government documents and communications, and requires the National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA) to update official maps accordingly.
AMENDING REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9147 (WILDLIFE RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION ACT)
This bill aims to strengthen wildlife conservation and protection in the Philippines by amending the existing Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act. It introduces stricter regulations on wildlife collection, trade, and management of invasive species, while also providing for the establishment of a National Invasive Alien Species Strategy and Action Plan.
GREEN MEASURES ACT
The Green Measures Act mandates that all applicants for building permits submit a Tree Planting Plan (TPP) to promote tree planting and enhance environmental quality.
INTEGRATED COASTAL MANAGEMENT ACT
The Integrated Coastal Management Act aims to establish a national strategy for the sustainable management of coastal ecosystems and resources, creating a framework for local government units to follow in addressing coastal management issues.
BANNING THE IMPORTATION OF SOLID WASTE
This bill aims to ban the importation of solid waste into the Philippines, providing penalties for violations to protect public health and the environment.
IMPLEMENTATION OF REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10176 (ARBOR DAY ACT OF 2012)
This bill aims to enhance the implementation of the Arbor Day Act of 2012 by mandating specific actions from government agencies to improve tree planting and environmental rehabilitation efforts across the country.
URBAN AND COUNTRYSIDE GREENING ACT
The Urban and Countryside Greening Act aims to enhance greenery in urban and rural areas by establishing a framework for tree planting and maintenance, creating committees to oversee these efforts, and promoting environmental awareness among communities.
TREE GROWING AGREEMENT
The bill aims to promote reforestation and increase wood production by establishing tree-growing agreements, allowing individuals and organizations to cultivate trees on designated forest lands.
NATIONAL MAPPING AND RESOURCE INFORMATION AUTHORITY (NAMRIA) MODERNIZATION ACT
The bill aims to modernize the National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA) by enhancing its capabilities, acquiring new equipment, and improving geospatial services for national development.
ADOPT-A-WILDLIFE SPECIES ACT
The Adopt-a-Wildlife Species Act establishes a program to encourage the adoption of wildlife species, providing tax incentives for participants and creating committees for oversight and implementation.
PHILIPPINE POLLUTANT RELEASE AND TRANSFER REGISTRY ACT
The Philippine Pollutant Release and Transfer Registry Act aims to create a registry to track pollutants and hazardous chemicals released into the environment by various industries, promoting transparency and public access to environmental data.
SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT ACT
The Sustainable Forest Management Act aims to establish a framework for the sustainable management of forests and forest lands in the Philippines, focusing on conservation, protection, and equitable access to forest resources.
THE MANGROVE FOREST PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION
This bill aims to protect and sustainably manage mangrove forests in the Philippines by establishing reservation areas, defining prohibited acts, and creating a National Council for their preservation.
NATIONAL HAZARD MAPPING ACT
The National Hazard Mapping Act mandates the creation of a national disaster map identifying low-lying areas vulnerable to rising sea levels and regions at high risk for natural disasters. It requires various government agencies to regularly update this map and ensure its accessibility to local communities.
FOREST LAND LIMITS ACT
The Forest Land Limits Act aims to delineate the specific forest limits of public domain lands in the Philippines to conserve and protect forest resources. It establishes guidelines for determining forest land boundaries and creates a National Review and Evaluation Committee to oversee the process.
MT. GUTOM PROTECTED LANDSCAPE (MGPL) ACT
The Mt. Gutom Protected Landscape (MGPL) Act aims to declare a specific area in Zamboanga del Norte as a protected landscape under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). It provides for the management of this area and appropriates funds for its protection and conservation.
VERDE ISLAND PASSAGE PROTECTED SEASCAPE (VIPPS) ACT
The Verde Island Passage Protected Seascape (VIPPS) Act aims to declare the Verde Island Passage in several provinces as a protected area under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). It provides for the management of this area and appropriates funds for its protection and conservation.
SULTAN NAGA DIMAPORO PROTECTED LANDSCAPE AND SEASCAPE ACT
This bill seeks to declare a specific area in Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lanao del Norte, as a protected landscape and seascape under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). It aims to ensure the conservation and management of the area's biodiversity and ecosystems.
NOISE POLLUTION CONTROL AND ABATEMENT ACT
The Noise Pollution Control and Abatement Act aims to regulate noise pollution by establishing the Noise Pollution Control Board (NPCB) under the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). It sets standards for noise levels, identifies prohibited noise-generating activities, and prescribes penalties for violations.
AURORA MEMORIAL PROTECTED LANDSCAPE (AMPL) ACT
The Aurora Memorial Protected Landscape (AMPL) Act aims to declare a specific area in Aurora and Nueva Ecija as a protected landscape under the National Integrated Protected Areas System (NIPAS). It establishes a management framework for the area and allocates funds for its protection and governance.
TREE GROWING AGREEMENT ACT
The Tree Growing Agreement Act aims to promote reforestation and increase wood production by establishing a framework for tree growing agreements, allowing for the development of tree farms and plantations across the Philippines.
SOLID WASTE IMPORTATION BAN ACT OF 2025
The Solid Waste Importation Ban Act of 2025 aims to prohibit the importation of solid waste into the Philippines, establishing penalties for violations and mandating the formulation of implementing rules and regulations by relevant government agencies.
NATIONAL COASTAL GREENBELT ACT
The National Coastal Greenbelt Act aims to establish a program for creating coastal greenbelts to protect communities from natural disasters and climate change impacts, particularly along the Eastern Pacific seaboard.
NATIONAL COASTAL GREENBELT ACT
The National Coastal Greenbelt Act aims to create a framework for the designation, restoration, and management of coastal greenbelt zones in the Philippines to enhance disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and coastal biodiversity conservation.
FINAL FOREST LIMITS ACT
The Final Forest Limits Act aims to delineate the specific limits of forest lands in the Philippines to enhance conservation and sustainable development. It establishes guidelines for the demarcation of forest boundaries and creates a National Review and Evaluation Committee to oversee the process.
HAZARD MAPPING ACT
The Hazard Mapping Act aims to create a national disaster map identifying low-lying areas vulnerable to rising sea levels and areas at high risk for natural disasters. It mandates several government agencies to regularly update this map and make it publicly accessible.
SINGLE-USE PLASTICS REGULATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT
The Single-Use Plastics Regulation and Management Act aims to regulate the manufacturing, importation, and use of single-use plastic products in the Philippines, implementing a phased ban and establishing penalties and incentives for compliance.
RIGHTS OF NATURE ACT OF 2025
The Rights of Nature Act of 2025 aims to recognize the rights of natural ecosystems, populations, and processes, providing legal mechanisms for their protection and enforcement.
RESPONSABIE AT MAKA-PILIPINONG PAGMIMINA ACT
Senate Bill No. 552, known as the Responsable at Maka-Pilipinong Pagmimina Act, aims to regulate the exploration, development, and utilization of mineral resources in the Philippines. It seeks to impose an export tax on raw ore, establish a development fund for local industries, and create a roadmap for the downstream mining industry.
MANDATORY ENVIRONMENTAL INSURANCE COVERAGE ACT
This bill establishes a national framework for mandatory environmental insurance coverage for environmentally critical projects to ensure financial protection against ecological damage.
PHILIPPINE MINERAL RESOURCES ACT
The Philippine Mineral Resources Act aims to regulate the exploration, development, and utilization of mineral resources in the Philippines, repealing the existing Philippine Mining Act of 1995. It emphasizes sustainable practices, community involvement, and the protection of indigenous rights while ensuring that the benefits of mining primarily accrue to the Filipino people.
WASTE TREATMENT TECHNOLOGY ACT
The Waste Treatment Technology Act aims to regulate the use of treatment technology for municipal and hazardous wastes and repeals the ban on incineration established by the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999. It promotes advanced waste-to-energy technologies while ensuring environmental safety and compliance with emission standards.
SINGLE-USE PLASTICS REGULATION AND MANAGEMENT ACT OF 2019
The bill aims to regulate the manufacturing, importation, and use of single-use plastic products in the Philippines, providing penalties, levies, and an incentives system for industries, businesses, and consumers.
PHILIPPINE EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES TRANSPARENCY INITIATIVE ACT
This bill aims to create the Philippine Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (PH-EITI) to enhance transparency and governance in the extractive industries, ensuring that revenues from natural resources are properly disclosed and utilized for public benefit.
LOW CARBON ECONOMY ACT
The Low Carbon Economy Act aims to promote a low carbon economy in the Philippines by establishing an emissions trading system and implementation mechanisms to achieve national climate targets, addressing greenhouse gas emissions and climate change impacts.
NATIONAL MANGROVE FOREST PROTECTION AND PRESERVATION ACT OF 2025
The National Mangrove Forest Protection and Preservation Act of 2025 aims to protect and sustainably manage mangrove forests in the Philippines through the establishment of reservation areas and councils at both national and local levels.