ThePhilippines
3 MAY 2012 CHIANG MAI, THAILAND
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Alex M. Macatuno Philippine Department of Tourism
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one of the top 25 biodiversity hotspots in the world in view of high percentage of endemic plants and animals
2nd largest reef in the world (Apo Reef)
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center of the center of marine fish biodiversity and the home of the most diverse marine ecosystem in the world
98% of the country’s reef are threatened; 70% of the
mangroves have been lost to fish ponds. As an example of peak diversity and endemism,
there is ample justification to prioritize the Philippines for conservation.
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“An important aspect of an ecotourism trip is the concern for heritage and how local peoples live and interact with their cultural and natural environment and enjoy quality experience”
-Philippine National Ecotourism Strategy
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On 17 June 1999, Executive Order No. 111 created the National Ecotourism Steering Committee (NESC) and called for the formulation of the National Ecotourism Strategy and implementation programs and activities of the National Ecotourism Development Council (NEDC).
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Principles of ecotourism: Sustainable management of natural and cultural
resources Environmental education and conservation awareness; Empowerment of local communities Development of products that will satisfy visitor needs Position the Philippines as a globally competitive
ecotourism destination
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NATIONAL TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PLAN (2011 - 2016)
Provides a framework to guide the Department of Tourism and other stakeholders in the private and public sector at the national, regional and local level to harness the potential of the tourism sector as an engine for sustainable growth.
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OTHER POLICIES AND LAWS
• Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 Republic Act No. 9003 • Philippine Clean Air Act 1999 Republic Act No. 8749 • Climate Change Act of 2009 Republic Act No. 9729
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GREENPEACE – grEEn Destinations
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An awareness campaign initiated by the DOT in partnership with GREENPEACE Southeast Asia.
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1. Sapang Bato
Trekking Project
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Organization of Community-based Projects
2. Banaue Ecotourism
Project
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3. Hundred Islands Micro
Enterprise
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4. Donsol Whale Shark
Interaction Program
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Prime Ecotourism Sites/Destinations
APO REEF
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MINDORO
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BATANES
Prime Ecotourism Sites/Destinations The Philippines:
TUBBATAHA REEF
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Prime Ecotourism Sites/Destinations
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New Seven Wonders of Nature
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Puerto Princesa
Underground River
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Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort Puerto Princesa, Palawan
The resort has been dubbed as the model for the Zero-Carbon Resorts (ZCR) Project under the European Union’s Switch-Asia program.
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Mandala Spa and Villas
Boracay Island •
Recognized for their significant and sustainable environmental policies and initiatives; consistent and notable environment - friendly practices.
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Amarela Resort
Spearheaded the greening of tourist establishments in Panglao, Bohol.
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Eden Nature Park
& Resort
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EDSA Shangri-La Manila
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Hilton Cebu
Resort & Spa
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Lagen Island Resort
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Makati Shangri-La
Manila
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Miniloc Island Resort
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Marco Polo Davao
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Nature’s Village Resort
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Shangri-La’s Macatan
Resort & Spa
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Sofitel Philippine Plaza
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Let’s go
Green!
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Thank you!
MABUHAY!
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