TACLOBAN
CITY, March 29 (PNA) -– An environmental planner is pushing for the
establishment of Eastern Visayas Regional Climate Change Center and Information
Network utilizing the Peoples Survival Fund (PSF).
Nestor Tabungar,
private sector representation of the regional land use committee (RLUC) and
owner of environmental planning firm, Phil-World Gateway said the proposed
center needs an initial investment of PHP20 million.
The project
cost will cover site development, multi-storey building construction, office
furniture and fixtures, audio-visual equipments, information technology
hardware and soft ware, computers and printers, loaded vehicles, and power
generation facilities.
“Under
Republic Act 10174, the PSF can be used to support adaptation activities of
local governments and communities such as establishment of regional centers and
information networks,” Tabungar said.
The proposed
for the center is a vacant lot at the Eastern Visayas State University main
campus in this city.
The center
will provide information on water resources management, land management,
agriculture and fisheries, health, infrastructure development, natural
ecosystems.
The facility
will also improve forecasting and early warning systems as part of preparedness
for climate-related hazards, help local government boost their disaster
preparedness.
“The center
will support institutional development, for local governments, in partnership
with local communities and civil society groups, for preventive measures,
planning, preparedness and management of impacts relating to climate change,
including contingency planning in areas prone to extreme climate events,”
Tabungar explained.
The
proponent is seeking for resolution from the Regional Development Council
endorsing the project for funding by the Climate Change Commission. (PNA)
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