Palawan mining community gets P6.4M Advanced Air Monitoring Station
Rio Tuba Nickel Mining Corporation (RTN), Coral Bay Nickel Corporation (CBNC), and Graymont (Philippines), Inc., (GPI), all based in the Rio Tuba Export Processing Zone, are partnering with DENR in subsidizing the procurement of a P6.4M Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station (CAAQMS) to be established in the mining community of Bataraza in Southern Palawan.
Monitoring air quality especially in a mining community is crucial for an effective air quality management system in order to take necessary corrective actions to reduce air pollution and maintain the health of the air that people breathe.
The establishment of the state-of-the-art air monitoring stations in strategic locations across the country is a project of DENR’s Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), that sets air quality standards and monitors ambient and point-source pollutants. The initiative is under the DENR Adopt-a-CAAQMS Program launched in October 2020.
The collaboration with RTN, CBNC, and GPI brings the second CAAQMS to Palawan, the first of which is located in Puerto Princesa, will modernize the assessment of current state of ambient air quality in order to determine suitable programs to achieve total clean and healthy air for the communities.
Innovative ways to deliver wellness
REVIV, the global leader in IV hydration, has been striving boldly towards the mission: “To inspire the world to live life beyond limits by revolutionizing the wellness industry”.
REVIV is committed to extending innovative ways to deliver wellness, in homes or offices through its Mobile Wellness Mobile Van. REVIV serves across prime locations in Metro Manila while upholding the strictest standards for client safety and sanitation. The van is equipped with air purifiers and treated with UV light to ensure a safe environment. Whether preferred it to be parked outside your home, at the basement of a condominium, or even right outside the office, REVIV Philippines Wellness mobile is at everyone’s service.
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PCPPI reminds public to stay hydrated this summer
Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines, Inc. (PCPPI)the exclusive manufacturer of PepsiCo beverages in the Philippinesis encouraging the public to keep their selves hydrated to especially when going out or even while at home, as the heat index may reach 38 to 41 degrees during this season.
PCPPI is the manufacturer of Premier purified water. Premier is a product that boasts of quality, passing high standards and elaborate process to ensure customer safety and satisfaction.
Doctors recommend making it a habit to regularly monitor ones body this summer, especially for those who spend most of their time outdoors or even those who work long hours. The Department of Health even advises Filipinos to drink plenty of water to avoid heatstroke.
Premier purified water is available in sari-sari stores and local community outlets nationwide.
PCPPI is the exclusive manufacturer of well-known beverage brands in the Philippines: Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, 7-Up, Mirinda, Mug, Gatorade, Tropicana, Lipton, Sting, Premier, Milkis, and Aquafina.
Brittany unveils Alpine Villas’ first tower in Crosswinds Tagaytay
Brittany Corporation, the luxury residential arm of the country’s largest homebuilder Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. has recently unveiled Bernese, the first tower of its newest Swiss-inspired condominium project, the Alpine Villas, located within the 100-hectare mixed-use Crosswinds Tagaytay.
Encompassing 2.3 hectares, Alpine Villas consists of mid-rise towers in the style of Swiss chalets and charming European-inspired cafes and restaurants. Its first tower, Bernese, is a 6-storey condominium project that offers a total of 83 units with a mix of Studio with balcony and One-bedroom with balcony.
Situated 582 meters above sea level, Bernese commands an excellent view of Crosswinds’ exclusive community, lush green foliage of pine trees, open green spaces, and the commercial strip. Bernese was fully sold-out after its launch last year.
Alpine Villas offers well-designed, space-efficient vertical residences, equipped with 24/7 safety protocols including a CCTV system in all common areas, Wi-Fi, and building systems. Concierge, receptionist, and security personnel will address the needs of the unit owners and tenants. Alpine Villas will also have its own fitness gym and clubhouse with function room.
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Kultura Serye webinar
The Battle for Truth is the second KulturaSerye webinar for 2022. It can be viewed for free, and will provide a digital certificate for attendees who will answer the talk’s online evaluation form. UP Los Banos instructor John Carlo Santos will moderate the talk. Mona Magno-Veluz will be resource speaker.
KulturaSerye, which started streaming regularly in July 2020 to discuss timely cultural, historical and art-related topics and issues, is presented by Gateway Gallery, and co-presented by the Philippine Online Student Tambayan. The talk is supported by the J. Amado Araneta Foundation.
Returning Iloilo student wins grand prize in Smart’s Balik Tuition Promo 2
PLDT’s wireless unit Smart Communications Inc. (Smart) has awarded ₱100,000 each to two grand prize winners from PHINMA University of Iloilo in the second season of Smart’s Balik Tuition Promo.
Smart has made the second season bigger, awarding ten grand prize winners with Php 100,000 (tax-free) each, compared to the four winners from the first season.
One of the lucky winners in the second season is 22-year-old returning student Jecynmie Ponce, the youngest daughter among six siblings. She would sell candies and goodies, and accept laundry services her for allowance.
Ponce, who is now finishing Senior High school in Accountancy Business Management, held back schooling for several semesters as she prioritized the needs of her family.
Smart’s Balik-Tuition Promo is open to high school or college students enrolled for SY 2021-2022 in Smart and TNT partner schools nationwide.
For students below 18 years old, parent or legal guardian’s consent is necessary for registration.
COMCO SE Asia wins Purpose Award
COMCO Southeast Asia, the only Philippine communications agency finalist in the prestigious Public Relations & Communications Association Asia Pacific Awards 2022 wins the top award for the Purpose Category.
The agency won the Purpose Award for Dear Survivor: COMCO Southeast Asia’s Write to Ignite Blogging Project Season 2 which was co-presented by Eastern Communications and Jobstreet, sponsored by AirAsia, Xiaomi Philippines and supported by Teleperformance. The campaign was designed to motivate and spark hope to those who are strongly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic through the stories of bloggers and content creators across the Philippines.
Another major category in which the agency was recognized is the Team Awards. COMCO Southeast Asia was hailed as a finalist for the Medium Consultancy and Workplace Champions Awards.
Ferdinand Bondoy, the regional integration and chief executive director of COMCO Southeast Asia, is a finalist in the Individual Awards Category for the PR/Communications Leader Award.
PriceLOCQ app widens reach
PriceLOCQ, the fuel-saving mobile app powered by SEAOIL in partnership with fintech company LOCQ, OPC continues to grow as it becomes available in more SEAOIL stations nationwide.
Since its introduction to the market in 2020, PriceLOCQ has grown to have more than 200,000 active users. More than 260 SEAOIL stations now accept the PriceLOCQ app. SEAOIL targets to have more than 400 stations nationwide accommodate PriceLOCQ before the year ends.
“Doubling the expansion and rollout of PriceLOCQ in SEAOIL stations is one of our targets this 2022,” said SEAOIL president for Retail and CFO Mark Yu in a statement.
Yu added that businesses can also make the most out of their fuel budget through PriceLOCQ for Business (PLB). Fleet managers and businesses can opt to buy and store as much as 10,000 liters of gasoline or diesel in a virtual tank, reflected as “fuel balance.”
Holcim launches Wallright Prime
Holcim Philippines Inc. continues its product innovation drive with its masonry cement Holcim WallRight Prime reformulated with higher compressive strength for light structural applications.
Holcim WallRight Prime is enhanced to provide higher compressive strength to concrete while continuing to deliver superior performance for masonry applications such as better wall adhesion and workability, high water retention to prevent cracks, and smoother finish. Moreover, Holcim WallRight Prime will carry an Ecolabel mark to highlight it as a sustainable product with 30 percent lower carbon footprint than ordinary Portland cement. The new product will be initially available in Northern Luzon.
Holcim WallRight Prime is the fifth new product that the company has released since December 2020 as part of its direction to innovate building solutions for specific applications. The new products also use fewer natural resources in line with the company’s sustainability commitment to help the country build more with less.
