Philippines Philippines Revises Funding Guidelines for Mining Companies to Align with SDGs

Philippines Revises Funding Guidelines for Mining Companies to Align with SDGs

On February 17, 2025, the Philippine Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced revisions to the Social Development and Management Programs (SDMPs) imposed on mining companies. These changes align SDMPs with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and aim to promote equitable wealth distribution from mining, strengthen biodiversity conservation, and institutionalize climate change initiatives within mining communities.

Author / Responsibility

AOKI Kenji

Senior Consultant, EnviX Ltd.
General Director, E&H Consulting Co., Ltd.

Business Performance

Expertise in EHS (environment, health and safety) consulting in ASEAN region.
- Environmental regulations updating
- Chemical regulations consulting

Background

MSc in Earth Science, The University of Tokyo

AOKI Kenji