For many local governments around the country, reclamation projects can be their ticket to economic progress. According to lawyer Janilo Rubiato, Philippine Reclamation Authority (PRA) general manager and chief executive officer, more than a hundred local governments around the country have expressed their intent to undertake reclamation activities to expand areas that can be developed into new business hubs. Only a few, however, have complied with the requirements, like securing an environmental compliance certificate and an area clearance from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

Mayol, A. V., & Fernandez-Brojan, C. (2022, February 22). Reclamation projects: Boom or bust?. Philippine Daily Inquirer, p. A8.