MANILA, Philippines — The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has mandated applicants of franchise to plant trees in a bid to boost the government’s reforestation program. In a statement, the LTFRB said the mandatory tree planting for public transportation operators starts on December 1. Those applying for extension of CPC validity must plant trees. LTFRB said transportation operators should coordinate with local government units as well as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources for their tree planting activity. LTFRB, which aims to plant 50,000 trees, said the mandatory tree planting came after most of Luzon areas were battered by Typhoon Rolly and Typhoon Ulysses.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer November 21, 2020 13:30 UTC