Top Story: How 8 of the World's Greatest Monarchies Lost Their Thrones. However, according to PAGASA, the NCR, especially Metro Manila were spared from the devastating … Just feel free to leave your reactions in the comment section. Suddenly, we hear that sand is taken from us for Manila Bay,” Borgonia told reporters on Friday, Sept. 4, 2020. Willie Revillame Announces Wowowin Will Launch New Beauty Pageant, Willie Revillame on Ariella Arida’s Sudden Exit From Wowowin: ‘Gusto kong tampalin yan’. Officials said geotubes have been placed to ensure retention of the white sand in the bay and lessen the impact of waves and currents. "That already covers the price of dolomite sand, transportation cost, taxes, and other fees. DENR’s white sand project is worse than plunder, because the project’s use of dolomite sand … He claimed that the dolomite used as artificial white sand dumped in Manila Bay is a common material used in beach nourishment” in resorts around the world, based on the report of ABS-CBN News. READ ALSO: Why Cebu Banned Dolomite Mining – Manila Bay White Sand Issue. “This P389-million project represents just 0.83% of the entire P47-billion [$968 million] Manila Bay rehab program,” he said in a statement. Netizens Give Update On Manila Bay Dolomite, Says 40% Is Gone. K-Drama Series For 2021: What To Binge-Watch Next Year? What can you say about this article? In the P28 million covers the price of dolomite sand, transportation cost, taxes, and other fees. The fund should have been directed to more viable, scientifically sound projects that can restore Manila Bay to a state that is fit for recreation,” it said. There is supposedly also a downside on health, that dolomite is harmful to our lungs. However, the size of dolomite sand in Manila Bay is a hundred percent bigger than dust. There is supposedly also a downside on health, that dolomite is harmful to our lungs. The agency has been getting a lot of flak for using white sand from crushed dolomite rocks. © 2019 EsquireMag.ph, All Rights Reserved. DILG spox: Budget for Manila Bay white sand project not from COVID-19 response fund ... ang sinasabi po nila 'yan daw pong cost ng dolomite na 'yan ay almost P400 million at ito po ay nasagot na mismo ng DENR sa budget hearing sa Kongreso at ang sinabi nga po nila the cost of this dolomite is only P28 million. LET March 2020 Postponed? Because harmful white sandy beaches will certainly not put food in the mouths of our most vulnerable families,” noted Ridon. MANILA BAY UPDATE – According to a netizen on Reddit, about 40% of the dolomite in Manila Bay was gone following the Typhoon. Correspondingly, the eight-percent return for the project should only be around P10,332,173.91, and all other added costs no more than P20-Million. Aljur Abrenica ‘Eat Bulaga’ Guesting, Is He Coming Back To GMA? In the case of the Manila Bay beautification, do the benefits outweigh the environmental and economic cost? Chief Justice Diosdado Peralta (in blue jacket) and Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu (in blue cap) inspect the Manila Bay on October 14, 2020. Meanwhile, the Interior Undersecretary Jonathan Malaya said the project was only P28 million, contrary to the reports saying that the project cost P389 million. The estimated cost of the entire Manila Bay rehabilitation project is PHP389 million, of which, around PHP28 million is allotted for the dolomite overlay. “Once the project is completed, we invite the public to enjoy the rehabilitated and nourished beach and see for themselves if it is harmful,” Interior Secretary Eduardo Año, vice-chair of the Manila Bay Task Force, said in a statement. The cost includes the destruction of part of a mountain, the emission of large amounts of carbon dioxide from the fuel used to quarry, transport, pulverize and spread the dolomite. It’s not 389 million but 28 million," he said in a statement. The rehabilitation project that started two years ago has drawn controversy over its cost and environmental concerns. Environmental Impacts of Dolomite Sand on the Marine Environment of Manila Bay (Understanding the Ecology and Hydrology of Manila Bay) Background Manila Bay is a natural heritage of immense value to culture, science, and the Filipino people. meters), which is the highest retail price recorded by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau in 2017. “The last time white sand was on the news, a former President was convicted of plunder. “That already covers the price of dolomite sand, transportation cost, taxes, and other fees. SUDDENLY, the word “dolomite” is on everyone’s lips because of the national government’s Manila Bay “beautification” project. “The dumping of dolomite sand on a reclaimed part of Manila Bay is not the best way of spending government money. The government is spending P389 million to fill Manila Bay’s gray shoreline stretching 500 meters with crushed dolomite—an anhydrous carbonate mineral composed of calcium magnesium carbonate—transported from Manila to Cebu province. The current market price of dolomite sand is PHP469.50 per metric ton. Find out more here. Of course, the truckloads of crushed dolomite boulders that the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) allowed to be extracted from Cebu […] According to the DENR, the "white sand" used in the Manila Bay beach area along Roxas Boulevard is crushed dolomite boulders extracted from Cebu. Updating our own estimates, P28-Million of dolomite sand and other costs yields a baseline cost of only P118,820,000.00. The heavily polluted Manila Bay area, which had been slated for cleanup, has become the site of a controversial 500-meter (1,600-foot) stretch of white sand beach. Well, last Friday, they officially opened the Manila Bay walk with the dolomite sand and as I wrote this in defense of Sec. This was in reference to the dolomite rocks that make the white sand beach which reaped controversies in the past months due to the project’s hefty costs and environmental risks. Previously, Metro Manila and other areas in the NCR raised signal no. All this criticism is misplaced,” Malaya added. In the P28 million covers the price of dolomite sand, transportation cost, taxes, and other fees. DILG spox: Budget for Manila Bay white sand project not from COVID-19 response fund ... ang sinasabi po nila 'yan daw pong cost ng dolomite na 'yan ay almost P400 million at ito po ay nasagot na mismo ng DENR sa budget hearing sa Kongreso at ang sinabi nga po nila the cost of this dolomite is only P28 million. The estimated cost of the entire Manila Bay rehabilitation project is PHP389 million, of which, around PHP28 million is allotted for the dolomite overlay. Because we believe dolomite is an enhancer of the sand in the Manila Bay,” he said. "That [P28M] already covers the price of dolomite sand, transportation cost, taxes, and other fees. Criticisms, How 8 of the World's Greatest Monarchies Lost Their Thrones, These Medical Frontliners Got a Surprise Noche Buena Treat From Globe Last Christmas, The Story Behind Cebu’s Love Affair With Chocolate, Ayala, Aboitiz, and Aguas Agree: Companies Must be Driven by More Than Just Profits, Is MTRCB 'Playing God'? The Department of Health (DoH) said dolomite, which was used in the restoration of the Manila Bay shoreline, might cause health problems such as respiratory diseases. The beach is 500 meters long, so the total calculation for the entire project could be a whopping P397,500,000. “The project was approved by Congress under the 2019 General Appropriations Act, it underwent competitive bidding under RA 9184 and was awarded prior to the global pandemic. Will There Be A New Date For LET Exam? Definitely not the 15,000 or so families languishing in poverty, hunger, and joblessness in Baseco, the biggest coastal informal settlement in Manila. Interior Secretary Eduardo Año defended the beautification of the Manila Bay from the criticisms. By continued use, you agree to our privacy policy and accept our use of such cookies. Who asked for a white sand beach in Manila Bay? De Jesus said if the dolomite … We welcome any investigation into this project whether in the courts of justice or in the court of public opinion. 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According to Infrawatch PH, a think tank focused on infrastructure projects, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ (DENR) controversial white sand project along Manila Bay most likely costs P795,000… per meter. 2020: Manila Bay dolomite sand project stirs controversy. For more news and updates, follow us on Twitter:@philnews_ph Facebook:@PhilNews and; YouTube channel Philnews Ph, Tagged as: Running their computations with an estimated P1,000 per cubic meter of sand and P500 for labor, the group concluded that filling the 500 meters by … That’s the package of the cost including delivery from Cebu to Manila Bay. Learn how your comment data is processed. The same amount can also fund a month’s social amelioration funding for almost 80,000 vulnerable families,” said Ridon. meters), which is the highest retail price recorded by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau in 2017. This is the rationale for the Environmental Impact Assessment Law (EIA). Anything more will lead the public to believe that the project is not only a health hazard, but also overpriced,” said Ridon. Interior Secretary Eduardo Año defended the beautification of the Manila Bay from the criticisms. The planned total length of beach will cover the whole stretch of Roxas Boulevard. The sand from the baywalk area could also transfer to other areas of the bay where there are mangrove trees, beaches, and mudflats. “For comparison, the average cost of a two-lane road is around P25 million to P30 million per kilometer. Definitely not the 15,000 or so families languishing in poverty, hunger, and joblessness in Baseco, the biggest coastal informal settlement in Manila. The lawyer urges DENR to publicly state the costs of the project to prove there has been no overpricing or suspicious activity in the purchase of the “white sand.”. An infrastructure-oriented thinktank revealed that the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ 500-meter Manila Bay white sand project along Roxas Boulevard costs a whopping P795,000 per meter. DENR Undersecretary for Solid Waste Management and Local Government Units Concerns Benny Antiporda had told reporters the “sand” that was brought to Manila was crushed “dolomite boulders” from Cebu. In the case of Manila Bay, the sand used for the beach nourishment are “fake” sands — crushed dolomites extracted from another island. “What is hazardous is the fine silica quads in some dolomite in the form of dust, not the calcium or magnesium,” DENR Secretary Roy Cimatu justified. (Photo featured in Manila Bulletin by Lost Juan, Sept 4) The fund should have been directed to more viable, scientifically sound projects that can restore Manila Bay to a state that is fit for recreation,” it said. MANILA BAY DOLOMITE. MANILA — Crushed dolomite can cause respiratory issues, the Department of Health warned Monday, days after the environment department began dumping artificial white sand nearby Manila Bay. between cost and benefit. Nothing in this list mentions dolomite as viable for use as artificial sand for beaches. The project costs P389 million, including the clean-up of Manila Bay. According to the Operational Plan for the Manila Bay Coastal Strategy by the Manila Bay Environmental Management Project (MBEMP) from 2005, there is a “moratorium on mining and quarrying of sand from rivers” and existing laws on mining and quarrying sand from beaches and PAs (protected areas) is being strictly enforced. “We urge the critics to study the issue first before they make baseless allegations against worthwhile government projects. An EIA is required of any activity that is environmentally critical or in an environmentally critical area. MANILA – Controversy hounded the move to use crushed dolomite boulders along a portion of the Manila Bay beach, a vital part of the bigger Manila Bay rehabilitation project spearheaded by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). READ ALSO: Why Cebu Banned Dolomite Mining – Manila Bay White Sand Issue. That’s the package of the cost including delivery from Cebu to Manila Bay. “The unit cost of dolomite sand should be no more than P600 per metric ton (or no more than the total amount of P56.977 million for 62,100 cu. FEEDBACK: Use this form to send a message to the author of this post. It’s not 389 million but 28 million," he pointed out. meters) which is the highest retail price recorded by the Mines and Geosciences Bureau in 2017. 4 due to Typhoon Rolly. Manila Bay Beach or the Manila Bay Sands is an urban artificial beach located in Manila, Philippines.It is situated along Manila Bay and is made from crushed dolomite rocks.The creation of artificial beach drew controversies, particularly to the health concern towards the crushed dolomite, as well as the dolomite washing away during storm surges or high tide. “The dumping of dolomite sand on a reclaimed part of Manila Bay is not the best way of spending government money. Image courtesy of Nilad Metro Manila Environmental Network. The approved budget for the Manila Bay Rehabilitation Program (baywalk area) is reportedly P397,897,000, said Teddy Ridon of Infrawatch PH who also happens to be the former urban poor chief of the Duterte administration. Scientists warn its dolomite sand could harm people's health and marine wildlife. “The unit cost of dolomite sand should be no more than P600 per metric ton (or no more than the total amount of P56.977 million for 62,100 cu. Of course, the truckloads of crushed dolomite boulders that the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) allowed to be extracted from Cebu […] SMFI distributed SM Bears of Joy this holiday season to our brave frontliners as a way of paying tribute for their courage and selflessness in battling this COVID-19 pandemic. Manila Bay Ongoing Rehabilitation Track: Salamin ng Langit ( A song for ilog pasig) Lyrics by Christine Daria-Estabillo, music by Fred Ferraz. Overall, the project cost the government some P389 million of taxpayers’ money, with the department saying P28 million have been used for the purchase and transport of the dolomite from Cebu to Manila. The beautification of Manila Bay with "white sand" or crushed dolomite has been met with criticism. Who asked for a white sand beach in Manila Bay? “The unit cost of dolomite sand should be no more than PHP 600 per metric ton (or no more than the total amount of PHP 56.977-Million for 62,100 cu. In the case of the Manila Bay beautification, do the benefits outweigh the environmental and economic cost? At most, it is a beautification effort that is costly and temporary," the UP MSI said. Knowing that the beachfront is prone to flooding, these fake sands can be simply washed off from the shores making it a total waste. “The dumping of dolomite as a substitute for white sand only means that this plan on Manila Bay rehabilitation did not pass through the proper process and study,” Binay said in a statement. Officials said geotubes have been placed to ensure retention of the white sand in the bay and lessen the impact of waves and currents. SMFI distributed SM Bears of Joy this holiday season to our brave frontliners as a way of paying tribute for their courage and selflessness in battling this COVID-19 pandemic. Aside from the worrying costs, the material DENR chose to replicate white sand can reportedly lead to health hazards. So why is DENR insisting that there is nothing irregular about using dolomite sand in Manila Bay?” said Ridon, who also pointed out that the Philippines is battling a health crisis right now: COVID-19. This is the rationale for the Environmental Impact Assessment Law (EIA). In the case of the Manila Bay beautification, do the benefits outweigh the environmental and economic cost? between cost and benefit. The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) claimed that the Manila Bay “white sand” project only cost P28 million. Trucks of sand along with palm trees were laid in Paris along the River Seine. The cost includes the destruction of part of a mountain, the emission of large amounts of carbon dioxide from the fuel used to quarry, transport, pulverize and spread the dolomite. Base on the report, the project was funded through a special fund for the purpose under the 2019 General Appropriations Act intended for the rehabilitation of the bay, The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said. That’s the package of the cost including delivery from Cebu to Manila Bay. Meanwhile, Malaya said: “That already covers the price of dolomite sand, transportation cost, taxes, and other fees. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Ang top layer ay dolomite. Overall, the … The procurement of dolomite cost P28 million, or six percent of the total budget, Leones clarified. An EIA is required of any activity that is environmentally critical or in an environmentally critical area. 2020: Manila Bay dolomite sand project stirs controversy; 2020: Typhoons batter PH amid health crisis; BOC intercepts P62-M agarwood in Davao; Lot owners must prove right to real property before registration; Foreign contractors not allowed to dredge Cagayan River: Cimatu; Gordon lauds colleagues for passing bill on land titling That’s the package of the cost including delivery from Cebu to … Environmental Impacts of Dolomite Sand on the Marine Environment of Manila Bay (Understanding the Ecology and Hydrology of Manila Bay) Background Manila Bay is a natural heritage of immense value to culture, science, and the Filipino people. It’s not 389 million but 28 million,” he said in a statement. The beautification of Manila Bay has improved the appearance of the bay but the material of the sand, dolomite, acts as a major hazard to marine life and Filipinos as they can affect their health and the environment, which makes the budget misplaced. DENR Undersecretary Benny Antiporda said the funds were already allocated last year, before the pandemic. That’s the package of the cost including delivery from Cebu to Manila Bay. Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, October 1)— The overlaying of sand with crushed dolomite boulders along a portion of Manila Bay will not help solve … Various groups have criticized the use of dolomite sand in the bay’s rehabilitation, saying the money for the project should have been allotted instead for the coronavirus pandemic response. The government has allocated this year some P389 million for the Manila Bay beach nourishment project. 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