ICAO Lauds PH’s CO2 Emissions Reduction Plan for Aviation

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International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Secretary General Fang Lui commended the Philippines on its voluntary submission of its State Action Plan on CO2 Emissions Reduction for International Aviation.

In a letter sent to the Civil Aviations Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) last 5 March, Secretary General Liu praised the Philippine Government for its commitment towards environmental sustainability.

“The submission of an Action Plan provides an opportunity to establish and showcase strategies to reduce aviation emission,” Dr. Liu said.

A State Action Plan is a voluntary planning and reporting tool for countries to communicate information on their activities to address international civil aviation’s CO2 emissions. It aims for better understanding of the share and projections of international aviation CO2 emissions, enhanced cooperation between all aviation stakeholders that can positively reflect on their operational areas, and the identification of the most relevant mitigation actions.

The Philippines’ State Action Plan indicates the activities undertaken by the country, as well as planned mitigation strategies that it wants to implement in the future to further reduce C02 emissions in the sky.

These mitigation measures include the development of Bio-Fuel (used cooking oil) as an alternative fuel and improve the air traffic management and infrastructure through the establishment of a performance-based navigation (PBN) system in all public aerodromes which increases airspace capacity, improves aviation safety, and reduces aviation activities’ environmental impact.

According to CAAP, the Philippines’ State Action Plan on CO2 Emissions Reduction was achieved because of the initiatives of both DOTr and CAAP, through the upright leadership of Secretary Arthur Tugade. 

As a firm advocate of clean air and environment, Secretary Tugade has been pushing for pollution reduction initiatives in all sectors of transportation. 

"Hindi lang sa mga Public Utility Vehicles nakatuon ang kampanya ng DOTr kontra polusyon kundi pati sa mga eroplano, barko, at iba pang uri ng transportasyon. Walang exempted dito. This is our commitment to global efforts in mitigating climate change," said Tugade.

In 2017, our country also proved its compliance with international safety standards by succesfully passing the Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme of the ICAO Coordinated Validation Mission. In the audit, airports in the Philippines got an overall result of 70.19%, which is above the global average (64%), and significantly higher than the previous rating (59.94%).

Though the result notably improved than that of the previous years, Secretary Tugade challenged everyone in CAAP to exceed their performance this year. That way, the public is always assured of safe and convenient air travel in the country.

TRANSGEN: Awakening to the Digital Age of HR Post-Event Report

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TRANSGEN: Awakening to the Digital Age of HR aimed to equip Human Resource Development Management students with strategic knowledge on HR management that correspond to the environment of this digital age. Seminars alike will help increase their competency and thus further contribute to the industry as they enter the workforce in the coming years.

The event was held last February 21, 2018 at the Claro M. Recto Hall, 6th Floor-South
Wing, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sta. Mesa Manila and was attended by human resource development management students from various universities and colleges such as Eulogio Amang Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology, National College of Business and Arts, Far Eastern University, Mapua University, and more including students from both PUP Manila and Taguig branches.

BSBA-HRDM 4-1D has invited credible speakers to give a talk on the topics, “The Role of the Human Capital in the Digital Age” and “Impacts and Changes of the Digital Era.”

Mr. Darwin Rivers, a well-known and accredited life coach shared his knowledge on what will be the role of the human capital and its importance even in the digital age where most human resource processes are digitalized. On the other hand, Mr. Anthony Lawrence Santos, an HR Professional from ICATS, delivered a talk on what will be the impact of the digital era and the changes that will happen to the traditional practices of HR.

TRANSGEN 2018 was executed successfully with the coordination of its organizers and
their generous sponsors and media partners. Although there was a slight technical difficulty, which sometimes cannot be avoided, the critical thinking of the organizers and hosts was enough to keep the program running and dead air was avoided.

Wazzup Pilipinas is a proud media partner.

Do You Want To Cut Your Electricity Prices?

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There are quite a few ways you might cut down on your residential energy spending, but most of them start with the realization that you can make relatively small adjustments in your lifestyle that produce dramatic results over time. When you change something that seems small or even unimportant in your daily routine, you might start cutting down on your electric bill. In fact, the stress you feel over your power bill every month might start becoming something of the past. Keep reading to learn 5 specific things you should look into.

1) Install Solar Panels On Your Rooftop: This is sometimes the best way to wipe out a large portion of your utility bill, and sometimes you can eliminate it entirely. Solar panels on your property turn the sun into electricity you can use. Admittedly, the upfront costs of this option are pretty high, especially compared to other items on this list. Having said that, the long-term potential for savings also outweigh what you might get from the rest of the list. That's because when you have your own solar panels, you get to generate your own juice, rather than shelling out your hard-earned dollars for a utility to do it for you. If you'd like to avoid eating the upfront costs of solar panels, look into the various options available for financing a solar panel system while enjoying the benefits they provide in the meantime.

Electricity rates typically go up over the passage of time, so when you have the capacity of self-generation of your own solar installation, particularly if it's financed at a locked rate, you start distancing yourself from the annual cycle of rising utility rates. As the prices of electricity go up, so too do your savings from having a solar panel system, assuming of course that your home's energy usage rate remains stable. Of course, there are ways to make that go down actually...

2) Buy Appliances And Systems Certified As ENERGY STAR: Devices and machines certified with the federal government's ENERGY STAR label are known to use less power than conventional or standard appliances. If you want to make the most impact possible with ENERGY STAR products, upgrade your HVAC system with them. HVAC stands for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. An ENERGY STAR gas furnace has different specifications contingent upon its location in the United States where it might get installed, but it can typically cut your heating bill by around 14 percent. You can likewise enjoy 8 percent savings on a central air conditioning unit that is certified with an ENERGY STAR label. If you want to lower the costs of both your heating and cooling by as much as 20 percent, then upgrade the actual ventilation system of ducts networked throughout the home that bring you cold or hot air.

In general, an ENERGY STAR appliance is going to cost anywhere from 9 to as much 25 percent less to actually operate compared to standard appliances. You can find ENERGY STAR certifications on dehumidifiers, dishwashers, refrigerators, washing machines, and more. Many ENERGY STAR appliances will not only reduce your electricity use but also cut down on how much water you use, which can reduce power use even more since less water is heated.

3) Think Energy Efficiency In Other Products Too: How many products in your home are functional, yet not efficient? You can replace incandescent light bulbs, light switches, and power strips without spending a lot of money to modern technology that drastically reduces your power consumption. For instances, swapping out a traditional incandescent bulb with an LED light reduces your power consumption by 75 percent. You save again from the fact that it lasts 25 times as long! Think about how many light bulbs are in your home, and you'll easily see how the multiplication means a lot of savings piling up.

Cut down your power bill more by using motion-sensing dimmer switches. Low-flow showerheads don't just cut down on your water use, but how much water has to use power to get heated, and you can still shower just as much as you like every day.

4) Insulate And Weatherize Your Home: If your home is weatherized, it means you seal the air leaks surrounding it. That drastically reduces the energy you have to put into keeping it cooled or heated. Common areas susceptible to leaks are doors, windows, and vents. All of them can be weatherized to substantially reduce air leaks from happening. Stationary objects might get sealed with caulking, such as walls and window frames, whereas movable objects like doors and windows need weather stripping.

Past just weatherizing, fully insulating your home means you help it retain winter heat and summer cool. The specific kinds of insulation you might need will be determined by where you actually live and what part of the home you are insulating. Common areas frequently needing insulation include crawl spaces, basements, floors, walls, and attics. When your home is properly insulated, your air conditioner and heating system will last longer, and they'll use less power when they do have to run.

5) Consider Daily Energy Savings Through Routine Adjustments: When you think about home energy use actively, you're then mindful of what lights you leave on and how long you might run appliances. This requires spending no money, and the results can add up. Turn down your thermostat when you leave home, or if there are no pets or anything sensitive to temperature, maybe just turn it off. You can turn it back on when you get home. Do dishes by hand rather than using your dishwasher all the time. This will help. You should also compare energy suppliers yearly. You can utilize utility company comparison websites to find the best energy plan for you.

Now that you have read this list, you know 5 specific things you might be able to do in order to reduce how much power you use at home. Use every item on the list you can to save money, stress, and even some of the environment.