Environmentalists call for sustainable waste solutions

Environmentalists call for sustainable waste solutions

ILOILO City – A coalition of environmental groups has argued that Waste-to-Energy (WtE) incineration and the refuse-derived fuel (RDF) co-processing being proposed for this city are dangerous distractions to real solutions. According to the Green-Empowered Movement, instead of addressing waste at its source these porposals perpetuate harmful wasteful production and consumption patterns. “Real-world evidence of […]

Seafood Waste for Sustainable Fish Feed

Seafood processing generates significant waste, including shrimp shells, fish scales, and other by-products. Improper disposal of these waste materials contributes to environmental pollution and resource inefficiency. However, innovative bioconversion techniques can transform seafood waste into high-quality fish feed, reducing dependence on traditional feed sources such as fishmeal and soybean meal. Sachidananda Dash, Founder & MD, Tensift Farme…

ILOILO’S GREEN FUTURE AT RISK? ENVIRONMENTAL GROUPS DEMAND TRANSPARENCY ON WASTE-TO-ENERGY (WTE) PLANS

Environmental Groups Expose Lack of Transparency, Cite Health and Climate Risks of WtE Project ILOILO CITY, ILOILO, PHILIPPINES — April 1, 2025 – A proposed Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant in Iloilo has sparked fierce opposition from a coalition of environmental groups, who warn that the project could do more harm than good. The newly-formed group, "Green-Empowered Movement,"