Irrigation improvements, climate-resilient seeds and updated planting schedules are among the DA's measures to protect agricultural production in Ilocos Region.
The NIA is combining irrigation improvements with livelihood assistance to increase farm productivity and expand income opportunities in rural communities.
Geothermal energy is expected to play an important role in the Philippines’ renewable transition, supported by a PHP10.7 billion facility aimed at sector development.
Farmland protection is becoming an important part of solar expansion as the DA and DOE coordinate on clearer boundaries for agricultural and energy land use.
More solar installations could emerge as the DOE simplifies procedures and reduces administrative requirements for consumers interested in renewable power.
The latest initiative places waste-to-energy development higher on the energy agenda as the country explores additional solutions for power and waste challenges.