Parañaque government starts planting trees

MANILA, Philippines — The Parañaque government has started its green and sustainable urban development program by planting trees along the center islands of major roads in the city.

Mayor Eric Olivarez reminded residents of their responsibility to protect the environment and make their surroundings clean.

“At this early stage of my administration, greening has started along major thoroughfares in the city,” Olivarez said.

He said acacia trees and bougainvillea were planted along Dr. A. Santos Avenue, formerly Sucat Road.

More environment-friendly projects will be launched soon under Olivarez’s administration such as the use of idle lands for livelihood and adopt-a-tree program.

The mayor said the city’s Environmental and Natural Resources Office continues its upcycling programs to provide livelihood to citizens and to minimize waste.

City hall also implements a “zero plastic” project, which aims to reduce the usage of single-use plastics to prevent these waste from clogging waterways.