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DENR-EMB 11 says Davao City waste-to-energy project will not harm environment

The regional environment bureau gave the assurance as environmental groups raised concerns over the planned facility.

DavaoNews Desk · based on reporting by GMA NetworkThu, Nov 5, 7:24 PM
Photo: GMA Network

The Environmental Management Bureau of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in Region 11 (DENR-EMB 11) has assured the public that the planned waste-to-energy project in Davao City will not harm the environment, according to a GMA Regional TV One Mindanao report.

The assurance comes as environmental groups have voiced concerns about the project, the report said.

The source report did not give details on the project's specifications, timeline or the specific concerns raised, nor on the measures the agency cited to support its assurance.

Why it matters for Davao

The planned facility concerns how Davao City will deal with its waste, and the regulator's stance is relevant to residents following the debate over its environmental impact.

This article was written by the DavaoNews desk with AI assistance, using reporting by GMA Network. Facts come from the original report, which we credit and link below. Our editorial policy

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