Bridge Engineering 101: What the Experts Teach Us About The Mauca Incident on How Bridges Actually Work
Topic Overview: When a Viral Video Becomes a Physics Lesson Lesson 1: The “Kawayan” Principle (Flexibility vs. Rigidity) Lesson 2: The “Duyan” Effect (Resonance) Lesson 3: The Bridge’s “Knees” (Bearings) Lesson 4: The “Deep Breath” (Expansion Joints) Lesson 5: “Build and Forget” vs. Structural Health Monitoring The Engineering of Safety Introduction: When a Viral Video Becomes a Physics Lesson By now, most of us have seen the video from Lupi, Camarines Sur. It showed DPWH Secretary Vince Dizon standing on the Mauca Bridge along the Andaya Highway. As a heavy truck passed, the bridge didn’t just vibrate—it shook. It moved […]
Is Your City Next? The Engineering Flaw the Binaliw Disaster Exposed
Topic Overview: Why and how did the Binaliw Landfill collapse? How does a DENR Cease-and-Desist Order (CDO) function in this context? How does geotechnical monitoring prevent these incidents? How did regulatory non-compliance lead to this disaster? How does the Local Government Unit (LGU) oversee these facilities? The January 2026 collapse of the Binaliw Sanitary Landfill in Cebu City led to the immediate issuance of a Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Cease-and-Desist Order (CDO). On January 8, a section of the landfill mound gave way, resulting in 36 confirmed fatalities and environmental damage. This incident serves as a significant […]
The 2025 Green Report Card: Proof That Progress is Possible
As 2025 comes to a close, it’s a natural time to reflect. This has been a challenging year. With the severe floods and the frustrating controversies over public projects, it’s easy to feel like we’re not making headway.But from our vantage point, that isn’t the whole story. As we’ve tracked the policies, investments, and hard-fought legal battles all year, we’ve also seen significant, genuine victories for environmental stewardship. These “wins,” big and small, are the building blocks for a more resilient 2026. As we pause to set our goals for the New Year, we wanted to share our “Year-End Green Report Card”—a few of the […]
Sustainable Celebrations: Expert Tips on Gift Waste and Fireworks’ Air Quality
Topic Overview: The “Morning After” Problem: Managing Gift WasteThe Philippine Offshore Wind Roadmap Clearing the Haze: Air Quality and FireworksThe Offshore Wind Journey its Future in the Philippine Archipelago Why This Matters for Sustainable Growth It’s the most wonderful time of the year—and often, the most wasteful. If you are reading this, chances are your calendar is already filled with parties, your shopping list is half-checked, and you can feel that familiar holiday buzz in the air. Just like you, we also love this season of giving and all the warm feelings that go with it. It reflects the very […]
Beyond Compliance: Why Integrity is the New Currency in Philippine Sustainable Development 🇵🇭
For many of us, the recent news has felt like a sobering reality check. From reports of “ghost” and substandard flood control projects that failed to protect communities during Typhoon “Tino” in the Visayas, to the alarming insights on massive corruption potentially siphoning billions from climate-tagged expenditures, the headlines are a painful reminder of broken trust. It’s easy to feel frustrated and helpless when our development—the roads, the power plants, the mining operations—seems to come at the expense of our environment and our fellow Filipinos. But what if the solution doesn’t start with a new policy, but with an old, […]
A Scientific Reality Check on The Sierra Madre as Luzon’s Typhoon “Guardian”
The Myth, the Typhoon, and the Search Query Every time a powerful typhoon barrels toward the Philippines, a predictable and unique social media phenomenon occurs. As the storm makes landfall on Luzon’s eastern seaboard, satellite images capture the cyclonic system colliding with the island’s mountainous terrain. Inevitably, images showing the storm’s eye “closing” or its structure “breaking” go viral. With this comes a nationwide outpouring of gratitude. Hashtags like #SaveSierraMadre trend, and millions of Filipinos, particularly in the inland capital of Metro Manila, “thank” the Sierra Madre for its protection. This sentiment is rooted in generations of cultural belief and […]
Offshore wind roadmap in the Philippines: Where are we right now?
Topic Overview: The Philippine Offshore Wind Roadmap The Offshore Wind Journey its Future in the Philippine Archipelago Obstacles and Opportunities in Philippine Offshore Wind Projects Why Genuine Compliance is the Key to Offshore Wind Success The Philippine Offshore Wind Roadmap If you’re tracking the energy sector, you’ve likely seen the headlines: the Philippines is poised to emerge as a regional renewable energy powerhouse, driven by its staggering offshore wind potential. As an archipelago, the Philippines is sitting on an enormous, powerful wind resource—one of Asia’s most significant. This gives the country a unique and compelling chance to become a major […]
Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) as the first step in getting your ECC
Questions answered by this article: What is the difference between IEE and EIS? Why do IEE and EIS matter in getting an ECC? How do you get an IEE in the Philippines? What is in the IEE Checklist Report? How do you get an EIS in the Philippines? What happens when you don’t comply with EIS and IEE? Is your company planning a new infrastructure, power, or mining project in the Philippines? If so, then you need to know about the Initial Environmental Examination (IEE) and the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). While they may sound complicated, we’re here to break […]
Energy Smart Forum
With the theme “Driving Energy Revolution: Charting the Path to a Sustainable and Resilient Future,” the forum brought together different key stakeholders and industry leaders in Energy Industry for insightful discussions on leading the Philippine energy sector towards greater resilience, efficiency, and sustainability. This is a great avenue for us to stay updated on current trends, plans, and approaches from both the government and private sectors — including developers and investors. Key points from the forum: The Philippines is making strong progress toward its renewable energy targets, evidenced by its #2 ranking as an attractive emerging market for RE investments […]
Isang Dekada ng Luntiang Pamana: Upholding Excellence, Integrity, and Service
2025 marks a significant milestone for GreenDev, as we celebrated our momentous 10th Anniversary with the theme: Isang Dekada ng Luntiang Pamana: Upholding Excellence, Integrity, and Service, last August 23, 2025, at the Privon Bistro Lounge, Quezon City. About the Theme The theme reflects the values that have guided us through ten years of meaningful work in environmental stewardship and sustainable development as a local environmental and engineering consulting firm. Excellence has been at the heart of our operations, driving us to deliver quality services that meet the standards. Our Integrity remains steadfast, ensuring that every initiative is undertaken with […]
E-NIPAS Law 101 for your Renewable Energy Project in the Philippines
Topic Overview: What is Protected Area (PA), NIPAS/E-NIPAS Law, and ECC? Who Approves Environmental Projects in the Philippines? Are energy projects allowed within protected areas? What are the penalties for violators? What does a successful and sustainable project mean? The Philippines is incredibly rich in natural beauty and resources. But, are we actually doing enough to protect it? Do we truly stick to the rules, and are projects properly overseen to make sure they’re complying truthfully? It’s something we all need to think about. Starting a new project in the Philippines is an exciting venture, and it’s a fantastic opportunity […]
The Philippine Resettlement Action Plan: What it Means and Why It Matters
Topic Overview: RAP: Definition and Importance Common Causes of Resettlement Common misconceptions about RAP Effective RAP Implementation Strategies Building Tomorrow: RAP for the Future Ever wonder how massive development projects impact local communities and their homes? If you happen to be affected by one, do you know your rights and the government support that’s due to you? Let’s talk about all that in this blog! RAP Definition and Its Importance Before we discuss what RAP is all about, let’s first define what resettlement means.Woube (2005) describes resettlement as the process by which individuals or a group of people leave spontaneously […]