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SCPW Advances National Wetland Conservation Through Midterm Review of Living Lakes Project
Laguna The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands (SCPW) convened a coordination meeting with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) on 24 April 2025 at the DENR Central Office in Diliman, Quezon City to present the midterm progress of the Living Lakes, Biodiversity and Climate Project (LLBCP) and to align on the…
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Asian Development Bank Visits Paligui Wetlands in Candaba for GEF Philippine Flyway Project with SCPW and Local Stakeholders
On 23 January 2025, the Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands (SCPW) facilitated a site visit and stakeholder consultations at the Paligui Wetlands and the Paligui Covered Court in Barangay Paligui, Candaba, Pampanga, as part of an Asian Development Bank (Regional ADB) mission related to the proposed Global Environment Facility (GEF) Philippine Flyway Project…
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SCPW and Local Partners Embark on Learning Visit to Guandu Nature Park
Taipei, Taiwan | 13-16 May 2024 – Representatives from the Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc. (SCPW), Barangay Local Government Unit of Paligui, Candaba, Pampanga, and Macagatal Irrigators Association (MIA) participated in a learning visit to Guandu Nature Park. This educational trip was a key component of the Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate…
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Asian Development Bank (ADB) in soon to rise Paligui Wetland Educational Center!
The Society for the Conservation of Philippines Wetlands, Inc (SCPW) facilitated the visit of representatives from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Yale University to the Paligui Wetlands in Candaba, Pampanga, on April 10, 2024. The visit was in line with the Asia and the Pacific Food Security Forum 2024 and the Regional Flyway Initiative…
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The 2-day Design Boot Camp at the Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park!
The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc., successfully conducted the 2-day Design Boot Camp for the 4th SCPW Wetland Center Design Competition. Conducted last 23-24 February 2024 at the Las Piñas – Parañaque Wetland Park, the boot camp was attended by all seven participating teams/schools: – University of Santo Tomas – Pamantasan ng…
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MOA signing for the Establishment of Sustainable Farm Tourism in Paligui Wetlands, Candaba, Pampanga
On January 17, 2024, the Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc. (SCPW), represented by Ms. Amy M. Lecciones, Executive Director; Macagatal Irrigators Association (MIA), represented by Mr. Raul C. Cacho, President; and the Local Government of Barangay Paligui, Candaba, Pampanga, headed by Hon. Randy A. Manio, Punong Barangay, signed a Memorandum of Agreement…
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SCPW Tests Soil at Paligui Wetland Center Complex Site
Soil testing is being done at the site for the Paligui Wetland Center Complex. The activity started on July 6, 2023, and is expected to be completed within 2-3 days. Soil testing is part of the study being done to complete the design and plans for the Paligui Wetland Center Complex which is scheduled for…
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Living Lakes announces the 2nd Sustainability Leadership Journey – October 2023, Philippines
Living Lakes is thrilled to announce the second edition of the Sustainability Leadership Journey (SLJ), a transformative experience designed for young, passionate conservation leaders, students, and sustainability and nature enthusiasts. Taking place from October 9-13 in The Philippines, the SLJ offers a unique platform to connect, collaborate, and empower the younger generation to thrive in…
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Paligui Wetland Center, soon to rise!
23 March 2023 – As part of the 2023 World Water Day Celebration (WWD), the Groundbreaking Ceremony for Paligui Wetland Center took place at Sitio Macagatal, Brgy. Paligui Candaba, Pampanga, spearheaded by the Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc (SCPW), in partnership with the Philippine Water Partnership (PWP), Macagatal Irrigators Association (MIA), Barangay…
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WWD 2023: Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project
As part of the World Wetlands Day 2023 celebrations, the Global Nature Fund has launched the Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project with a release of the press video below. The SCPW, represented by Executive Director Amy M. Lecciones, is a partner of the project with Laguna De Bay, Philippines as the wetland site. …
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SCPW introduces Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project for Pangil, Laguna stakeholders
The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc (SCPW) met with Mayor Gerald A. Aritao and other local government officials and department heads of the municipality of Pangil, Laguna on January 24, 2023, to discuss the “Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project” (LLBC). The project aims to ensure that successful practices and strategies for…
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Meeting with the stakeholders from Paligui Wetlands, Candaba, Pampanga for the “Living Lakes, Biodiversity, and Climate Project”
On 17 January 2023, the Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc (SCPW), met with the officers of Macagatal Irrigators Association (MIA) headed by its President, Mr. Raul Cacho, and with the Barangay Officials of Paligui, led by the Punong Barangay, Hon. Virgilio Manalili, regarding the entitled “Living Lakes, Biodiversity, and Climate Project” (LLBC)…
