A bountiful harvest of research papers in the field of Environmental Governance read in the "2012 Environmental Governance Research Papers Conference" on 27 March 2012 at the University of the Philippines-National College of Public Administration and Governance. For the full text and/or journal article-type version, e-mail the leader of the research group or Dr. Florano (efloranoy@yahoo.com).
Assessment on the Effectiveness of the National Ecotourism Strategy of EO No. 111 Series of 1999 in Promoting Sustainable Development in the Protected Areas in Hundred Islands and Mayon Volcano Natural Park of the Philippines from 2002-2011
The main objective of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the National Ecotourism Strategy in promoting sustainable development in Hundred Islands National Park and Mayon Volcano Natural Park of the Philippines from 2002-2011. Interviews with key persons and surveys with local communities, as well as baseline data extracted from local government units were used as the basis for analysis and formulation of recommendations.
Leader: Darwin John Soneja (dasoneja@yahoo.com)/ Members: Charles Cardenas, Stacy Mae Dumo, Harold Duane Fajardo, Roman Cyril Panganiban, Loida Ramos
A multi-case study on the effectiveness of the first two years of implementation of Plastic Bag Ban ordinances in Los Baños, Laguna; Lucban, Quezon; and Carmona, Cavite
The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the first two years of implementation of Plastic Bag Ban ordinances in Los Baños, Laguna; Lucban, Quezon; and Carmona, Cavite. The study aims to compare each LGU’s ordinance framework and assess whether the LGUs’ goals were met. To address these, survey questionnaires and interviews were conducted. Kruskal-Wallis statistical testing method was used to analyze respondents’ answers to survey questionnaires. Results showed that plastic bag ban ordinance implementation has an impact on the levels of plastic bag waste and consumption. Increased use of alternatives to plastics was observed when the ordinance was implemented. Lastly, an ideal plastic bag ban ordinance framework was proposed.
Leader: Sherllene Shelley Vargas (shelley-vargas@gmail.com)/Members: Angelica Herico, Rafael Jose Itchon, Raeon Jakow Laspinas, Franclin Oliva, Marie Pearl Patiño, Maryandel Villacorte
Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Implemented Projects and Programs in Established Marine Protected Areas in the Municipalities of Balayan, Calatagan, Mabini and San Juan in the Province of Batangas
The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the projects and programs implemented in established marine protected areas in the municipalities of Balayan, Calatagan, Mabini and San Juan in the Province of Batangas. The study focuses on how effective the implementation of their respective protected areas are in placing some restrictions on human activities in a specific area for the interest of the environment’s conservation and preservation. In conclusion, the effective implementation of projects and programs to marine protected areas has a positive impact on the livelihood of the local communities specifically to fishing and tourism. The study recommends the integration of the participation of the different stakeholders involved in the establishment of the marine protected areas as well as with the initiation of different projects and programs for its conservation and protection.
Leader: Mark Daniel Diosana (diosana.markdaniel@gmail.com)/Members: Camilo Bugayong, Michael Joseph Chua, Carlrex David Co, Joseph Dela Peña, Carlo Miguel Sibal, Karen Justine Solomon
An Assessment on the Effectiveness of Executive Order 514 (Establishing the National Biosafety Framework) on the Development and Regulation of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) as a Consumer Good in the Philippine Market
The study aims to assess the effectiveness of EO 514 (Establishing the Biosafety Framework) on the development and regulation of genetically-modified organisms as a consumer good in the Philippine market. It assesses government agencies particularly the Department of Agriculture and Department of Science and Technology on the performance of their functions as stated in EO 514. Criteria such as regulatory measures, guidelines in promoting safe and responsible use of biotechnology, level of public participation, and acceptability of GMOs in the public marker are considered in conducting this study
Leader: Jo-ann Marie Y. Agustin (agustin-jaren@yahoo.com)/Members: Charles Frederick T. Co, Anna Carissa F. Cuadra, Marielle Carmela B. Garbo, Mary Zoelli R. Velasco, Alexis S. Vidar
Towards Responsible and Sustainable Mining: A Comparative Study of Indigenous and Commercial Mining Practices in Itogon, Benguet
This study compares the perception of commercial and indigenous mining practices in Itogon Benguet, specifically their effects on the environmental and socio-economic conditions in selected areas. In the three cases, of barangays exclusively practicing indigenous mining, exclusively practicing commercial mining, and practicing both indigenous and commercial mining respectively, it was found that indigenous mining is perceived to be more better than commercial mining in maintaining or improving the environmental and social conditions of the communities. Commercial mining on the other hand, is perceived as providing only economic benefits, while having a detrimental effect on the social and environmental conditions of the communities.
Leader: Juan Valeriano Respicio IV (jvrespicio@gmail.com)/Members: Norman Cualteros, Emmanuel Emigdio Dumlao, Mark Ivan Janda, Michael Dominic Padlan
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