TITLE: Safer City Streets for Dabawenyo Bikers and Cyclists

AUTHOR: Davao City Planning and Development Office 

DATE PUBLISHED: August 3, 2021

KEY INFORMATION: Eduardo Martin C Zaldivar, a Dabawenyo mechanical engineering and bike safety advocate, highlights the significance of promoting bike-friendly initiatives like bike commuting and bike-to-work programs to combat air pollution from carbon emissions in Davao City's public transportation.

TITLE: Air Pollution: When breathing is dangerous to your health.

AUTHOR: Henrylito D. Tacio

DATE PUBLISHED: November 13, 2021

KEY INFORMATION: The article provides crucial historical insights into Davao City's air quality, illustrating past instances of elevated pollution levels, which directly correlates with our research on contaminated air quality. This historical perspective offers valuable context for understanding the current state of air pollution in Davao City, especially concerning carbon emissions from public transportation, and evaluating the effectiveness of mitigation measures.

TITLE: The eco-friendly Best Bus experience

AUTHOR: Ralph Lawrence G. Llemit  

DATE PUBLISHED: May 13, 2021

KEY INFORMATION: The importance of public transit in a forward-thinking city cannot be overstated. However, as the city's traffic situation worsens, Dabawenyos are searching for economical yet practical modes of transportation. Davao City, the commercial hub of Mindanao and the Davao Region, is now focusing on public utility vehicles (PUVs) as a sustainable and environmentally friendly means of contemporary transportation.

TITLE: Philippines delegate refuses to eat until action on climate change ‘madness’

AUTHOR: Matt Smith and Susannah Cullinane, CNN

DATE PUBLISHED: November 12, 2013

KEY INFORMATION:

Naderev Sano, a Philippines Climate Change Commission member, initiated a hunger strike at a UN climate conference in solidarity with his countrymen affected by Super Typhoon Haiyan. He urged immediate action to combat climate change, emphasizing the unprecedented devastation caused by the storm and the need for resilience measures. Sano's call for concrete steps to address global warming received a standing ovation at the conference. This is linked to air pollution, addressing climate change, which contributes to extreme weather events like typhoons, can indirectly improve air quality by reducing greenhouse gas emissions from human activities.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=THNE5g8zVqg 

TITLE: One Mindanao: Anti-Smoke Belching Ordinance sa CDeO

AUTHOR: GMA Regional TV

DATE PUBLISHED: July 21, 2019

KEY INFORMATION: The Anti-Smoke Belching Ordinance was fully implemented in Cagayan de Oro City following its approval by the City Council back in 2016. Though Davao City and air quality aren't explicitly mentioned, this development is linked to our research on the city's air contamination from public transportation carbon emissions. It underscores the broader efforts of local governments to address air pollution issues, which are pertinent to improving air quality in urban areas like Davao City.

https://r11.denr.gov.ph/images/2019/R-11/IEC_Materials/Forest_Climate_Change.jpg 

TITLE: How can forest mitigate climate change?

AUTHOR: DENR Regional 11

DATE PUBLISHED: N/D

KEY INFORMATION: 

CO2 known as carbon dioxide its highly contributed to climate change, it produces oxygen to help living organisms breath clean, some place in Mindanao are affected due to deforestation mangrove can be one of source when we are in a archipelago country, this will help stabilize the climate from blue carbons.

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=924891851421866 

TITLE: Hire the Sun! | Greenergy Solar PH

AUTHOR: Greenergy Solar PH

DATE PUBLISHED: July 1, 2021

KEY INFORMATION: They use solar panels in provinces in Mindanao to help the society using electricity, and to avoid air pollution using chemicals. 

https://www.adobomagazine.com/press-release/wwf-recognizes-davao-city-dipolog-city-and-quezon-city-among-global-sustainability-frontrunners/

TITLE: WWF recognizes Davao City, Dipolog City and Quezon City among global sustainability frontrunners

AUTHOR: adobo Magazine

DATE PUBLISHED: September 21, 2022

KEY INFORMATION:

The article highlights Davao City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions through initiatives like cycle lanes and solar street lights, directly addressing the research topic of contaminated air quality from public transportation emissions.

https://tagadavao.wordpress.com/2007/12/11/air-pollution-in-davao/

TITLE: Air Pollution in Davao

AUTHOR: WordPress 

DATE PUBLISHED: December 11, 2007

KEY INFORMATION: SMOKE-belching vehicles continue to pollute Davao City’s air, such that there are areas where there is low-quality air already, especially during rush hours.

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/3FPrtv16K2CBKZ2g/?mibextid=CYgPv5&startTimeMs=1000

TITLE: IS THE AIR THAT WE BREATHE HERE IN DAVAO CITY GENERALLY SAFE?

AUTHOR: EMB DAVAO REGION

DATE PUBLISHED: October 24, 2022

KEY INFORMATION: We dive into the current status of Davao City's Air Quality Index, how we measure and obtain its data, and what the Environmental 

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bworldonline.com/infographics/2023/03/16/510919/philippines-69th-most-polluted-air-in-the-world-in-2022/%3famp

TITLE: Philippines 69th most polluted air in the world in 2022

AUTHOR: BusinessWorld

DATE PUBLISHED: March 16, 2023

KEY INFORMATION: The infographic highlights the Philippines' ranking as the 69th most polluted air in the world in 2022, with an annual average concentration of PM2.5 almost three times higher than the WHO's prescribed level. While not directly mentioning Davao City, it underscores the broader issue of contaminated air quality in the Philippines, providing context relevant to understanding it in urban areas like Davao.

https://www.davaocity.gov.ph/transportation-planning-traffic-management/lto-xi-164-drivers-nabbed-for-smoke-belching

TITLE: LTO-XI: 164 DRIVERS NABBED FOR SMOKE-BELCHING

AUTHOR: City Government of Davao 

DATE PUBLISHED: November 30, 2023

KEY INFORMATION:

From January to November, LTO-XI in Davao City apprehended 164 drivers for violating the Clean Air Act due to smoke belching, with penalties including fines and vehicle registration suspension, highlighting the importance of emission compliance.

https://www.greenpeace.org/philippines/story/62889/tokyo-manila-tarragona-three-stories-showing-the-importance-of-reliable-and-efficient-public-transport/

TITLE: Tokyo, Manila, Tarragona: Three stories showing the importance of reliable and efficient public

AUTHOR: Lauren Kemp

DATE PUBLISHED: October 14, 2023

KEY INFORMATION:

The article discusses the importance of reliable and efficient public transportation in various global contexts, including Spain, the Philippines, and Japan. It highlights the challenges faced by individuals in accessing transportation and emphasizes the societal and environmental benefits of affordable, accessible public transport, such as reduced emissions and cleaner air. While the article does not specifically mention Davao City or air its quality, it underscores the broader significance of improving public transportation infrastructure to address issues related to contaminated air quality caused by carbon emissions from public transportation in urban areas like Davao City.

TITLE: 144: [Sustainable Mobility] Biker-Friendly At Commuter-Friendly Ba Ang Pilipinas?

AUTHOR: Ask Theory 

DATE PUBLISHED: October 2, 2023

KEY INFORMATION:

The podcast explores sustainable mobility and initiatives to enhance biking and commuter infrastructure in the Philippines, indirectly linking to the research topic on contaminated air quality in Davao City by addressing carbon emissions from public transportation like jeepneys. It emphasizes the urgent need for measures to reduce carbon emissions from public transit to safeguard public health and support economic development.

https://youtu.be/SKOT1kRxqTc?si=oThPTm5u7F5iVzPA 

TITLE: Sikad

AUTHOR: Bj Lanquibo

DATE PUBLISHED: May 25, 2022

KEY INFORMATION:

Ateneo de Davao University students produced a documentary video titled 'Sikad' for their ADduvocacy. The video highlights air pollution's environmental and health impacts and advocates for cycling as a sustainable solution to combat climate change. 

TITLE: Bicycling Beyond the New Normal

AUTHOR: University of Southeastern Philippines

DATE PUBLISHED: November 27, 2021

KEY INFORMATION:

The online forum, "Bicycling Beyond the New Normal," organized by 2nd-year students of the University of Southeastern Philippines School of Law, aims to promote good health and well-being and reduce carbon footprint through cycling as a healthy commuting alternative. It underscores the importance of embracing sustainable practices and highlights the benefits of cycling in the post-pandemic era.

https://www.google.com.ph/books/edition/Green_Infrastructure_and_Climate_Change/DRdbEAAAQBAJ?hl=en

TITLE: Green Infrastructure and Climate Change Adaptation

AUTHOR: Futoshi Nakamura

DATE PUBLISHED: n. d.

KEY INFORMATION:

The book discusses using green infrastructure like green roofs and urban forests to combat climate change by managing stormwater, reducing heat island effects, and enhancing biodiversity. It explores how these nature-based solutions can also improve air quality by absorbing pollutants, contributing to public health.

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338826318_Air_Pollution_Awareness_in_the_PhilippinesIts_Practical_Measures_for_Prevention

TITLE: Air Pollution Awareness in the Philippines:Its Practical Measures for Prevention

AUTHOR: Louie Gomabon Sanlad

DATE PUBLISHED: January 2020

KEY INFORMATION:

The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, also known as Republic Act No. 8749, is comprehensive legislation aimed at achieving and maintaining healthy air quality for all Filipinos. Signed into law by former President Joseph Estrada on July 27, 1999, it consists of 56 sections divided into seven chapters, covering various aspects of air quality management, fuels, pollutants, institutional mechanisms, actions, fines, and penalties.

https://www.adobomagazine.com/arts-culture/jc-vargas-transforms-air-pollution-into-art-in-the-polluted-palette-exhibition/

TITLE: JC Vargas transforms air pollution into art in The Polluted Palette exhibition

AUTHOR:  adobo magazine

DATE PUBLISHED: October 12, 2023

KEY INFORMATION:

An art exhibition titled "The Polluted Palette" by architect and artist John Carlo (JC) Vargas emphasizes his use of paintings made from air pollutants to raise awareness about pollution's impact on street children. Though not specific to Davao City, it underscores broader environmental concerns in urban areas of the Philippines, including issues related to public transportation emissions and contaminated air quality.