MANILA, Philippines — Forty-nine business establishments in Siargao have been found violating environmental laws, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said yesterday. Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu said the DENR-Caraga issued notices of violation of the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act and Environmental Impact Statement System to 49 of 148 establishments in Siargao. The business owners reportedly failed to secure environmental compliance certificates (ECC) and install sewage treatment facilities. Coordination on garbage collection, transportation and treatment of sewage and septage is also being discussed. The measures are aimed at securing the future of Siargao as a sustainable tourist destination.

Source: Philippine Star March 20, 2018 15:50 UTC