The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc.

SCPW Explores Fisherfolk-Led Initiatives with Partners in Tonle Sap, Cambodia under the Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project

The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc. (SCPW) is conducting a week-long learning visit in Cambodia, hosted by the Fisheries Action Coalition Team (FACT). The visit aims to promote knowledge exchange between stakeholders from the Laguna de Bay region and Tonle Sap Lake, focusing on integrated lake basin management, fisheries conservation, and community-based…
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…
SCPW joins the 3rd Sustainability Leadership Journey in South Africa

The 3rd Sustainability Leadership Journey (SLJ), organized by the Wildlands Conservation Trust (WILDTRUST) in partnership with the Global Nature Fund (GNF) and Living Lakes Network, was conducted from September 9 to 13, 2024, in St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It brought together international delegates and partners from the Living Lakes Network providing an essential platform…
SCPW Conducts Learning Event on Sustainable Farm Tourism in Candaba, Pampanga

Candaba, Pampanga, 31 August 2024 – The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc. (SCPW) successfully conducted a learning event titled “Introduction to Sustainable Farm Tourism” at the Candaba Trade Center. This event is part of the Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project (LLBCP), a global initiative supported by Germany’s Federal Ministry for the…
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…
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…
SCPW Showcases Constructed Wetlands as Nature-based Solution for Treating Wastewater at the World Water Day Exhibit 2024

Quezon City, March 18, 2024 – The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc. (SCPW) joined the kick-off celebration of the World Water Day 2024 through an exhibit featuring programs and projects aligned with this year’s theme, “Water for Peace,” with a local contextualized subtheme, “Pagkakaisa tungo sa seguridad pantubig,” adapted by the Philippine…
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…
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…
2nd National Meeting on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and Wastewater for the Philippine Component

The SCPW in partnership with the Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN) conducted the Second National Meeting on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and Wastewater for the Philippine Component of the project on 15 August 2023. This meeting aimed to be a venue for sharing learnings and having a conversation with stakeholders in charting the next…
SCPW conducts Capacity-building Activity on Nature-based solutions and Constructed Wetlands.

On 20-22 July 2023, the SCPW will be conducting another capacity-building activity that will focus on nature-based solutions/ constructed wetlands and their role in wetland management. The training will be conducted at Pangil, Laguna which is the site of LLBCP’s Frontrunner Initiative 2. It will be composed of lectures and learning sessions about wetlands conservation…
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…
SCPW Conducts Training on Wetlands Ecosystem Restoration and Circular Economy!

The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands successfully conducted the Training on Wetlands Ecosystem Restoration and Circular Economy last June 28-30, 2023 at Caliraya Resort Club, Lumban, Laguna. The Training is under the Living Lakes, Biodiversity and Climate Project (LLBCP). This is also in line with the theme of World Environment Day 2023 and…
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…
SCPW conducts Wetland News, Wetland Views Episode 4: Nature-based Solutions for Water

The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetland Inc (SCPW) successfully conducted the 4th episode of “Wetland News, Wetland Views” an online talks how that showcases new developments in wetland conservation. The activity was attended by 50 people from the Zoom Platform and Facebook online livestreaming on 28 April 2023. The first segment (Wetland News)…
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…
Living Lakes Biodiversity and Climate Project – Stakeholders and Partners Forum

The Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands, Inc (SCPW) successfully conducted a “Stakeholders and Partners Forum” to formally kick-off the full implementation at the national level of the project titled, “Living Lakes, Biodiversity and Climate Project” on 24 February 2023 at Wynwood Hotel, Ortigas Center, Pasig City. The said activity was attended by 40…
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. …
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…
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)…