Learning and Living the Green Life in the Philippines

Green Weekend in a Dream Green Community

Have you heard of Nuvali or Evoliving? Perhaps, you have, indeed. How can you escape the buzz about it or the numerous ads and spreads. There's so much there that interested me. Nuvali was designed to be a green community. Since I espouse green building and green living, how can I not be excited in finding a place with a good mix of the two.

Sustainable Materials for Philippine Green Buildings

 

ATTENTION   :   ALL GREEN ARCHITECTURE ADVOCATES

ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE FORTHCOMING GREEN AP LECTURE SERIES 2010.

GreenWikipedia

GreenLivingPedia is a Wiki.

Pinoy Green Kids' Earth Hour

"Sali ako," Pinoy kids would say when they want to participate in something. We've heard it from kids in the playground; we've also heard it from kids during the days after Ondoy. They want to join in and help in packing and distributing relief goods. Many proud parents related how their children have shown signs of social and environmental concern. Proud and happy, they are, as the values of kindness and generosity are not lost in their children. They're doing something right parenting. It could be the words of wisdom they share; or it could be the examples of good deeds they do.

Green Pinoy Expo

Every year, in celebration of the Consumer Welfare Month, PPSQF conducts a trade show that showcases products that carry the Philippine National Standards (PS) and Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) marks.  The PS and ICC marks show proof that the products comply with the Philippine Standards and when you buy it you are assured that it is safe and gives you value for money.

Run the Green Miles

 

 "... let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us"

So the Bible says in Hebrews 12:1. The actor, Piolo Pascual, has so named his cause-oriented foundation, HEBREO, from that verse.  While the Holy Book may be referring to a different prize from what this particular race is offering, running with perseverance for a certain noble goal is a race worth running in. It's the sort of race where everybody and many others (even those not running) will benefit from. The race is so dubbed GREEN MILES because the race helps promote environmental conservation. The rehabilitation of what once was described as one of the World's 30 Most Polluted Places--- the Marilao River in Bulacan, in particular, will be supported from the proceeds of this run.

When Does a Building Become Green?

by Nicole Adams

Global warming is an increasingly complex problem that the world must be concerned with today if we hope to leave behind a planet for our children’s children and future generations. We’re already experiencing firsthand the destruction that is being wrought in various parts of the world by natural disasters - unexpected typhoons, harsh snowstorms, severe winters and summers, floods and other forces of nature are proving that it’s time to act now or there will be no mankind to repent.

Environmentalists are screaming themselves hoarse to make people aware of the need to go green, and we’re seeing a change, slowly and steadily. People are now more open to the idea of caring for the environment, and because of this, they’re more receptive to the idea of green homes. 

So what exactly makes a home or any other building eco-friendly?

Philippine Real Estate Greendustry

In last week’s Green AP lecture, which I attended, I’ve noticed that many of the attendees were from the major real estate developers in the Philippines. One of whom I recognized as a senior VP for one of the biggest companies in the industry. Many came as a group. It bodes well: the greening of the real estate industry is here.

Treetment for Mother Earth

"The Treetment Project", Mandala Spa's green initiative in cooperation with Boracay Island Water Company invites you to join us this Sunday February 28,2010 in planting 3,000 seedlings in the Nabaoy Watershed. All volunteers should be at the Cagban Jettyport at 7:00am, first 20 will get our Mandala Sarong. Transportation, food and drinks will be provided. Wear a green shirt and a big smile!

Earth Hour: Our Time to Make

We switch off the lights,
and let the dark in
to let us see more clearly --
sights and visions of life
as it is turning out to be,
as we turn it
out to become
or become not.

What is Sustainable Food

I recently posed the question, "Why sustainable food?" after reading an invitation to try out Le Bistro's new healthy menu, LeBistroVert. As if on cue, I got my answer in the Sunday Times' Green Space article by Ms. Chit Juan.

Pinoy Green Blogger Writes for Gen G

I have always felt I'm part of this generation, Gen G, more than I do the Gen X. When the magazine, Gen G, was launched I was there, and have followed each succeeding issue with keen anticipation. There's affinity to what they write about and what I write about. Affinity is kinship, and is home. I am glad that when I did get to write officially for the magazine, the theme is HOME, GREEN HOME. That is my home turf. I am, after all, a builder of homes, by profession.

Berdeng Kanlungan

Creating a Climate for Change

Let's talk about change. Interesting topic. Too broad, though. There's good change; there's not so good change. Climate change was the buzz. It's now so buried in the news, under everything politics. Both deal with change though. Both deal with change that has great effects on our lives. Is there anything good with climate change? I should ask the speaker of this upcoming talk.

Eco World 2010 Singapore

The Night Safari, Sentosa, Jurong Bird Park, the Zoological Gardens, the Formula 1Grand Prix, and a few more places are in mind, making me think of a return trip to Singapore. This would be the first time, Faith, now 5 yrs. old, and my mom, 61, can join me. The 1st time I went there, I was with my wife. The last time, I was with my officemates. I still might have considered another place, had it not for this event, I deemed, I must attend --- The 2010 Eco World Singapore.

 

Hearty, Healthy Meal in the Day of Hearts

If Valentines Day is the day of hearts, our meal will have to be good for our hearts --- real healthy: low in cholesterol, low in sodium, but high in nutrients and agreeably appetizing. I know where to take my date, in this surprise lunch date. It was a surprise date as I was supposed to be working on a Sunday in far off Batangas, but my B.P. shot up, thus the sudden change of plans. The place had to be relaxingly homey. It had to be just near where I need to be rescued or picked up. It had to be a place where my date, my wife, also wishes to dine in, once more.

Just last Sunday, we went to this restaurant called, The Healthy Kitchen, for what else, but healthy fare. We hoped to find good tasting food. The only way I’ll be able to shun away from my old favorites (the usually unhealthy fare) effectively, is to find delectable alternatives.

 

The Philippine Eco-Label: Our Green Choice

You're convinced that green products are best for your family. You want to buy a green product. You go to the mall to search for them. You're surprised to find that there, actually, are many. The fact is: there is an increasing number of products in the market claiming that they are "green", "earth-friendly'", "eco-friendly", "sustainable", or some other  interest-attracting adjectives.  Great? Problem solved? Ever heard of green washing?

Design Against the Elements Competition

People face perils brought about by, the sometimes harsh, natural elements --- strong winds, heavy rains, floods, landslides, earthquakes, and some more. Except for earthquakes, many of the mentioned woes, are more prevalent in the tropics. Except for earthquakes, these destructive elements are made even more destructive by climate change. 

There are some things we can do about reversing climate change; but while we try to do those things, rains will continue to fall at certain times of the year, winds will continue to blow, and the ground will continue to shake. At certain times the rains, the winds, and the shaking of the ground will be just too much for what we call shelters to bear.

Green Architecture Lectures by the GreenAP

The Green Architecture Advocacy Philippines or GreenAP will be hosting a series of lectures on Green Architecture Topics. Builders, developers, students, designers, practically anybody interested in green design and green building are encouraged to attend. Such lectures come in rarely, and the fact is: until now, not all schools teach about green architecture.

Here's the list of topics for the year.

Face the Inconvenient Truth in Manila

 

 

Watch former US Vice President and noted environmentalist Al Gore deliver "An Inconvenient Truth"

When:  30 April 2010 at 4 PM
Where:  SMX Convention Center

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