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Considering that there is a higher wind speed on waters, a greater amount of renewable energy can then be fastly generated from offshore wind turbines. Since they generate renewable energy, they do not release emissions that can contribute to air and water pollutions. On the other hand, they can also be costly and be difficult to build and maintain due to their location. They are also very prone to damages from heavy and high-speed winds from storms. Due to these, having offshore winds can also add to problems or challenges that are being faced by the world today.

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Several technological advancements have also been done to combat climate change. One of which is the invention of offshore wind turbines. In the same way as onshore wind turbines, their blades catch the wind’s energy thereby causing their rotor to turn. In this, electricity is then generated. The only difference between the two is that offshore wind turbines take advantage of the wind produced in high seas, which is faster than the wind blowing onto the land due to the absence of friction on water.

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One of Muntinlupa City’s greatest challenges is its numerous flood-prone areas. According to a Facebook post by Yan Ang Muntinlupa (2020), the Muntinlupa City Department of Disaster Resilience and Management showed that eight out of nine barangays in the city have flood-prone areas, with only Ayala Alabang as an exception. This is commonly due to their geographical locations—low-lying areas, especially those that are near Laguna Bay, are more prone to flooding. Aside from this, high urbanization in the city is also said to contribute to such occurrences (Moneymax, 2021).

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Part of LLDA's goal in restoring the Laguna de Bay region to its former glory is eradicating pollution and combating global warming. That's why today, 04 February 2019, LLDA, BFAR Region IV-A, and the city of Muntinlupa has entered into a memorandum of agreement, in which they pledge to conduct a series of tree planting activities in the lake region. This MOA signing was immediately followed by a kick-off tree planting activity in Barangay Tunasan, Muntinlupa.

The tree planting activity was conducted in the hopes of contributing to the fight against climate change, as well as prevent flooding and soil erosion within the area in the future. Employees of LLDA, BFAR, Muntinlupa City's Lake Management Office, Ecological Sanitation Center, as well as representatives from Barangay Tunasan participated in the tree planting activities.

Aside from lending LLDA's manpower for the tree planting activity, General Manager Jaime C. Medina has also pledged to help the Barangay of Tunasan in building their own nursery so they can grow their own seedlings for future tree planting activities. BFAR Region IV-A Director Sammy A. Malvas on the other hand has promised to help replenish the fish population within the lake-which is a major source of income for the citizens of-by providing fingerlings for lake seedlings.

LLDA looks forward in working closely with other local government units and agencies within the Laguna de Bay region to achieve the goal of a vibrant Laguna Lake one step at a time.

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Part of LLDA's goal in restoring the Laguna de Bay region to its former glory is eradicating pollution and combating global warming. That's why today, 04 February 2019, LLDA, BFAR Region IV-A, and the city of Muntinlupa has entered into a memorandum of agreement, in which they pledge to conduct a series of tree planting activities in the lake region.

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Alabang Viaduct in Muntinlupa gets facelift via ‘Green, Green, Green’ project

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Alabang Viaduct in Muntinlupa gets facelift via ‘Green, Green, Green’ project

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THE former shunned area under Alabang Viaduct is no longer an eyesore to motorists traversing the South Luzon Expressway and local residents following its conversion as a blooming open space featuring native flora and fauna design.

Muntinlupa City Mayor Jaime Fresnedi leads the inauguration ceremony of Phase 1 of the Development of Alabang Viaduct, an initiative of the National Government through its "Green, Green, Green" program on February 24.

Fresnedi thanked the Department of Budget Management for selecting Muntinlupa as one of the recipients of the "green fund" amounting to P17.29 million. The local exec said the beautification of the area is a welcome development to the city's green space and park improvement efforts.

The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) launched the "Green, Green, Green" program which aims to make the country's 145 cities more livable and sustainable through the development of public open spaces.

The newly constructed open space in Alabang Viaduct showcases an iconic sculpture resembling a water lily which is commonly seen near the shore of Laguna de Bay and local tributaries that empty to the lake.

Muntinlupa City Architect Don Causapin, designer of the architectural and interior design of the urban space, said the park's centerpiece symbolizes Muntinlupa residents' strength, resourcefulness, and perseverance as water lilies are characterized as resilient plants and able to thrive and bloom no matter the extreme conditions.

The opening of the open space in Alabang Viaduct is part of city's celebration of its 26th Cityhood Anniversary on March 1.

Muntinlupa City is among local government units in the country championing sustainability and building of open spaces as part of climate change mitigation.

In 2020, Muntinlupa represented the country as of the finalists in the World Wide Fund for Nature's (WWF) One Planet City Challenge (OPCC). The WWF-OPCC is a global competition that recognizes cities with effective climate change action plans. One to three cities per participating country are chosen as finalists.

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Alabang Viaduct in Muntinlupa gets facelift via 'Green, Green, Green' project

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THE former shunned area under Alabang Viaduct is no longer an eyesore to motorists traversing the South Luzon Expressway and local residents following its conversion as a blooming open space featuring native flora and fauna design.

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Climate change is the long-term change in weather patterns in an area. It is caused by natural factors such as the distance of the earth from the sun, volcanic eruptions, and changes in oceans, and even human activities such as driving cars, cutting down forests, and burning fossil fuels. In turn, these cause hotter temperatures, floodings, more droughts, rising sea levels, and stronger storms among others. Addressing climate change is a significant step into making sure that the people’s health is not at risk and that they can have adequate food and water supply, thereby creating a safer and better environment for everyone to live in.

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However, despite its advantages and positive effects, finding construction materials are indeed difficult. 3D houses require high-quality materials that are different from traditional houses (such as wood and steel components). Even more so, as such process utilizes technology, once 3D houses become properly implemented, it can affect the jobs of construction workers and those who supply raw materials for traditional construction.

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Technology also plays a huge role in providing housings for informal settlers. Due to their large number in several areas, an efficient solution must be generated in order to accommodate them all. The good news is with the help of technology, such efficient solution is now possible. Through 3D printing, a less time-consuming process that entails lower construction costs may be utilized to provide housings at a faster rate. This is because it does not require manpower unlike in traditional construction works, and the creation of 3D houses is not affected by weather conditions as it takes place in controlled environments.

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Muntinlupa City gets P80M to house 200 families from danger zones

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Muntinlupa City gets P80M to house 200 families from danger zones

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The Muntinlupa City government received P80 million from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for the construction of a permanent in-city settlement for informal settler families living along waterways, slums, creeks and other high-risk areas.

Interior Secretary Mel Senen Sarmiento personally handed the check to Muntinlupa Mayor Jaime Fresnedi during a ceremony on Tuesday in Barangay Cupang, which was also attended by around 200 families who stand to benefit from the housing program.

The micro-medium-rise building project is to be constructed in a 1.5-hectare lot in East Kabulusan Property, also in Cupang. It will have nine buildings with 200 units measuring 29.25 square meters each.

East Kabulusan resident Noemi Pili, 55, said she and her four children couldn't wait to move into their new home.

"I have been living near a creek since 1986 and during a heavy downpour or a typhoon, we would always evacuate to safer grounds," Pili said, adding that having a permanent home safe from calamities is a dream of every family in their locality.

But the Pili family and the others may have to wait for a year or two. Muntinlupa Urban Affairs Office head Alita Ramirez said their target was to finish the housing project in 2017 to also give way to the construction of an access road in Cupang.

Sarmiento said almost all cities in Metro Manila had received subsidies from the DILG for the relocation of informal settlers. "We want them transferred to safe and decent shelters," the Cabinet official told reporters.

He stressed that the construction of safer homes for informal settler families, as well as the "Oplan Handa" disaster response campaign of the agency, is part of the Aquino administration's urban renewal program.

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Muntinlupa City gets P80M to house 200 families from danger zones

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The Muntinlupa City government received P80 million from the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) for the construction of a permanent in-city settlement for informal settler families living along waterways, slums, creeks and other high-risk areas. Interior Secretary Mel Senen Sarmiento personally handed the check to Muntinlupa Mayor Jaime Fresnedi during a ceremony [...]

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Munti City Council approves resolution urging BuCor to secure LGU permit prior to eviction and demolition of residents within NBP

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Munti City Council approves resolution urging BuCor to secure LGU permit prior to eviction and demolition of residents within NBP

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The City Council of Muntinlupa passed an urgent resolution in its regular session today, May 17, urging the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) to immediately cease and desist the eviction and demolition of informal settlers within the NBP Reservation and should first secure a compliance certificate from the Local Housing Board in accordance with existing national and local laws as well as Executive Orders and DILG issuances on the matter.

Members of the Muntinlupa City Council approves a resolution urging BuCor to secure proper certification of compliance and ensure adherence with Republic Act 7279 or the Urban Development and Housing Act of 1992 prior to eviction and demolition of residents within NBP.

Under the local resolution, BuCor is enjoined to secure a permit from Muntinlupa Local Housing Board in compliance with RA 7279 and Muntinlupa City Ordinance 17-091.

While the city government recognizes the mandate of BuCor in improving safety and security measures in its security camps, the Muntinlupa City Council emphasizes the need for strict compliance to national and local laws and issuances related to the conduct of evictions and demolitions.

Section 3 of the Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 7279 mandates government agencies authorized to demolish to secure a certification from the LGU or concerned agency that the area is the site of an infrastructure project with available funding which shall commence within sixty (60) days after clearing of the said area prior to any conduct of demolition.

BuCor Director General Gerald Bantag has ordered the eviction and demolition of residents within the 50 meter-radius form the fence of security camps.

In a letter addressed to Muntinlupa Mayor Jaime Fresnedi dated May 4, 2021, DG Bantag informed the local government of BuCor's initiative to clear all structures near prison facilities and added that the project aims to "ensure that contrabands will not be thrown inside the Security Camps."

He added that the project is in accordance with the twin mandate of the BuCor on Safekeeping and Reformation and as a preventive measure to mitigate COVID-19 transmission.

Last March, the local government has called out another BuCor's move to construct a concrete wall on the access road of Southville 3 residents to the city proper.

The Muntinlupa City Council passed a resolution requesting the Department of Justice to order BuCor to reopen the road going to and from National Housing Authority, Southville 3 and requesting Congress of the Philippines, thru Cong. Rozzano Rufino Biazon, to conduct an investigation in aid of legislation.

The Sangguniang Barangay of Brgy. Poblacion has also condemned BuCor's wall installation in Bilibid Road. Southville 3 is a socialized housing project of the National Housing Authority located within NBP with 8,000 families or at least 40,000 residents.
*Source: Public Information Systems Office

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Munti City Council approves resolution urging BuCor to secure LGU permit prior to eviction and demolition of residents within NBP

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The City Council of Muntinlupa passed an urgent resolution in its regular session today, May 17, urging the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) to immediately cease and desist the eviction and demolition of informal settlers within the NBP Reservation and should first secure a compliance certificate from the Local Housing Board in accordance with existing national and local laws as well as Executive Orders and DILG issuances on the matter.

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Muntinlupa City opens 11th Negosyo Center in Metro Manila

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Muntinlupa City opens 11th Negosyo Center in Metro Manila

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Muntinlupa City makes big strides, implements best practices as model LGU

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Muntinlupa City makes big strides, implements best practices as model LGU

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Muntinlupa City makes big strides, implements best practices as model LGU | BusinessMirror

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MAKE no doubt about it. The City of Muntinlupa has been reaping recognition and praises of late in various fronts-as an ever-progressive and highly urbanized local government unit (LGU) led by incumbent Mayor Jaime Fresnedi. Fostering growth and progress, Muntinlupa City is home to at least 15,400 registered businesses-a record...

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Over the years, the local government of Muntinlupa City has observed a decrease in the number of ISFs in the city (Muntinlupa City, 2020) due to their provision of assistance to these families in the form of socialized housings.

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The latest 2018 local data shows that there are 19,732 ISFs living in Muntinlupa city who are also situated in danger zones (Muntinlupa City, 2020). This shows that numerous families residing in the city are exposed to health and environmental risks and, consequently, require immediate assistance from the local government.

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Location of informal settlements in Muntinlupa

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According to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), about 2.8 million informal settlers (equivalent to 556,526 informal settler families [ISF]) are currently living in Metro Manila. These pose great problems for their safety as informal settlers usually live in danger zones, such as “railroad tracks, garbage dumps, canals, rivers, and flood-prone areas” (Du & Greiving, 2020).

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The pandemic is one of the greatest challenges that the world continues to face today. Aside from affecting the work and education of the people, according to the UN, the pandemic also exposed slum dwellers to health risks, thereby worsening their situation. Even more so, the large numbers of slum dwellers (more than 1 billion) made it more difficult for countries to contain and combat COVID-19. In light of these occurrences, it is of great importance to immediately address this issue and attend to these affected communities so they can be provided the care and protection they need, especially during these times.

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In line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the United Nations (UN) has implemented 17 specific goals that are targeted to providing peace and prosperity to the people and the world. These goals are collectively known as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which serve as a call of action for countries to create strategies and provide solutions to the deprivations mentioned in the goals.

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Household Population by Age Group and Sex (2015):

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Household Population by Age Group and Sex (2015):

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In 2020:
The population of Muntinlupa City is 543,445.

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According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, as of 2015:

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According to the Philippine Statistics Authority, as of 2015:

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Here are some places you should get familiar with once you visit Muntinlupa City:

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Muntinlupa City is known as the Emerald City of the Philippines. This is because the city was awarded the status of being the “Most Competitive and Improved City.”

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Located at the South of the National Capital Region, Muntinlupa City is an urbanized City founded in 1601. Having a total land area of 4,670 hectares, the city is divided into nine barangays, namely: Sucat, Buli, Cupang, Alabang, Ayala Alabang, Bayanan, Putatan, Poblacion, and Tunasan.