First National Convention on the Philippine EIS System

Manila Hotel, City of Manila, Philippines 19 to 21 June 2013

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April 15, 2013 The Department of Environment and Natural Resources- Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB), in collaboration with the Pollution Control Association of the Philippines Incorporated Region IV-A Chapter (PCAPI-R4A), is convening the First National Convention on the Philippine EIS System at Manila Hotel, City of Manila, Philippines on 19 to 21 June 2013. The convention aims to promote a common understanding and appreciation of the Philippine EIS System among its various stakeholders. Topics include the significant developments, achievements and improvements in the system in its 35 years of existence. Through lively exchange of information and ideas, the convention will highlight experiences and insights on good EIA practices for improved environmental compliance by various sectors. The convention will also identify challenges and gaps in the implementation of the Philippine EIS System, building on lessons learned and practical experiences of key stakeholders and sectors. Should you need more information or would like to discuss matters relating to the convention, please contact the Convention Secretariat (Hannah Patindol, PCAPI-R4A at telefax no. (049) 5011706 and email address: hlpatindol@yahoo.com). We look forward to seeing you in Manila Hotel.

Atty. MICHAEL DRAKE P. MATIAS OIC Chief, EIAMD

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First National Convention on the Philippine EIS System

Manila Hotel, City of Manila, Philippines 19 to 21 June 2013

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ABOUT THE CONVENTION

The convention aims to promote a common understanding and appreciation of the Philippine EIS System among its various stakeholders. Topics include the significant developments, achievements and improvements in the system in its 35 years of existence. Through lively exchange of information and ideas, the convention will highlight experiences and insights on good EIA practices by various sectors. The convention will also identify challenges and gaps in the implementation of the Philippine EIS System, building on lessons learned and practical experiences of key stakeholders and sectors. Participants to the convention are encouraged to involve themselves in: Paper presentation Panel reaction/discussions Product and services exhibit Sponsorships

PAPER PRESENTATIONS
Following are the session topics open for paper presentation: I. Compliance Assessment This session will focus on the strengths and challenges of the Philippine EIS System based on the experiences and insights of the private sector and other proponents of projects. II. Forging Partnership This session will deal with the opportunities and challenges of participation in the Philippine EIS System as seen by national government agencies, local government units, NGOs/POs and other stakeholders. III. Setting the Standards This session will focus on gaps, challenges, strengths and opportunities in the preparation, review and other regulatory aspects of the Philippine EIS System. Applications for paper presentation shall be submitted to the EIA Convention Program Committee through EIAMD Central Office: Engr. Regina Eugenio at tel. no. (02) 9202240 or email eia@emb.gov.ph DEADLINES 15 APR 2013 Application for paper presentation (submission of Abstract) 15 MAY 2013 Submission of Full Paper 1st Week of June Submission of PowerPoint Slides

EXHIBIT BOOTH AND SPONSORSHIP

For queries regarding exhibit booth and sponsorship, please contact the Convention Secretariat at: Pollution Control Association of the Philippines Incorporated Region IV-A Chapter, Inc. (PCAPI-R4A) TF: 049.501.1706; M: 0917.814.4751 0917.814.4750 E: hlpatindol@yahoo.com tpguerrero1952@yahoo.com DEADLINES 30 APR 2013 Convention Sponsorship 15 MAY 2013 Application for exhibit booth

PARTICIPANTS REGISTRATION
Participants shall register through the Events Manager, the Pollution Control Association of the Philippines Region IV-A Chapter, Inc. by accomplishing the attached registration form (also see: http://www.phileiaconvention.org) and submission of proof of payment and sending it to Fax No : (049) 5011706 or through email: eia.pcapir4a@yahoo.com.ph. Payment of registration fees can be done through bank deposit (BPI Bank): Bank Account Name : PCAPI- Region IV-A Chapter, Inc. Account Number : 0911-0147-42 Branch : Los Banos, Laguna Convention is inclusive of the following but exclusive of hotel accommodation Meals (June 19- 21: AM/PM snacks and lunch only) Souvenir Program T-shirt Bag and some Give-aways A large number of participants is expected, so please register and secure confirmation early to be given priority. www.phileiaconvention.org Confirmation of Registration shall be done upon receipt of the accomplished registration form and proof of payment of the convention fee in the ff. amounts: CONVENTION FEES AND REGISTRATION SCHEDULE ON or before 15 MAY 2013 Php 7,000.00 Starting 15 MAY 2013 Php 7,500.00

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CONVENTION PROGRAMME DAY 1: WEDNESDAY, 19 JUNE 2013 ( 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM )

8:00 - onwards REGISTRATION 9:00 OPENING OF EXHIBITS Acknowledgement of Convention-Partners and Sponsors 10:00 OPENING PROGRAM Doxology/National Anthem Welcome Remarks Atty. Juan Miguel T. Cuna, EMB Director Keynote Address Hon. Ramon J. Paje, DENR Secretary

LUNCH 13:30 - 15:00 Session 1: HISTORICAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK OF THE PHILIPPINE EIS SYSTEM Philippine EIS System: Inception and History Ms. Amelia Dulce Supetran, Former NEPC EIA Division Chief Regulatory Framework: Challenges, Initiatives and Policy Directions Dr. Eva Ocfemia, EMB Assistant Director

Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Brenda Jay Angeles-Mendoza 15:00 - 17:00 Session 2: ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT: AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE Comparative Study of EIA Systems: Philippines and other Countries Dr. Peter King, Asian Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Network (AECEN) Reap the Rewards: The Case for Good Practice Impact Assessment Dr. Richard Morgan, Former President & Member of the Board of Directors, International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA)

Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Angela Consuelo Ibay

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CONVENTION PROGRAMME

DAY 2: THURSDAY, 20 JUNE 2013 ( 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM )

8:00 Introduction to Day 2 8:30 - 10:00 Session 3: PHILIPPINE EIS SYSTEM COMPLIANCE ASSESSMENT Harmonizing Energy Development Corporations Environmental and Social Initiatives with the Philippine EIS System Ms. Regina Victoria J. Pascual, Senior Manager, Environmental Management Department, Energy Development Corporation Challenges and Opportunities in Environmental Management: Perspectives on EIA Compliance and Related Initiatives of the Chamber of Mines of the Philippines Mr. Joselito Bacani, Former Chairman, Environment Committee, Chamber of Mines of the Philippines Validating ECC Compliance with Third Party Audits Mark Tom Mulingbayan, Environment Committee, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI)

Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Angela Consuelo Ibay 10:30 - 12:00 Session 4: PHILIPPINE EIS SYSTEM FORGING PARTNERSHIP The Challenges of Participation in the Present EIS System Mr. Luis Awitan, Batangas Provincial Government ENRO Promoting Compliance of Ecozone locators through PEZA-DENR Partnership Engr. Vivian Cerrer-Pulido, PEZA

Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Brenda Jay Angeles-Mendoza LUNCH 13:30 - 15:00 Session 5A: PHILIPPINE EIS SYSTEM SETTING THE STANDARDS Methodology for Quantitative Assessment of Project EIA Performance Engr. Jethro Alden Hipe, ADB TA 7566 (PESSIA) Compliance Monitoring: Challenges and Opportunities Dr. Rolando Cuao, BMP Environment and Community Care, Inc.

Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Angela Consuelo Ibay 15:30 - 17:00 Session 5B: PHILIPPINE EIS SYSTEM SETTING THE STANDARDS Terrestrial Flora and Fauna Investigation in EIA: Significance, Methods, Issues & Concerns Dr. Maria Lourdes Quiatchon-Moreno, Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau, DENR Formulation of a Risk Rating System for Geohazard and Environmental Risk Assessment Ms. Katherine Hipol-Gavile, Associate-Environment of AECOM

Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Brenda Jay Angeles-Mendoza 17:30 - 18:30 FELLOWSHIP COCKTAIL

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CONVENTION PROGRAMME DAY 3: FRIDAY, 21 JUNE 2013 ( 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM )

8:00 Introduction to Day 3 8:30 - 10:00 Session 6: MOVING FORWARD Enhancing the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) System Improvement initiatives with assistance from ADB TA 7566 Engr. Esperanza A. Sajul, Project Manager, EIA Component of ADB TA 7566 An Act to Establish the Philippine Environmental Assessment (EA) System Atty. Dilbert N. Quetulio, Secretary, Committee on Ecology, House of Representatives

Synthesis and Next Steps Plenary forum facilitated by Atty. Angela Consuelo Ibay and Atty. Brenda Jay Angeles-Mendoza 10:30 - 12:00 RECOGNITION AND AWARDING Recognition of Convention-Partners and Major Sponsors Individual Awards for Services to the Philippine EIS System Awards for Outstanding EIA Reports Outstanding CMR Reports Outstanding CMVR Reports Outstanding EIS Reports LUNCH 13:30 CLOSING REMARKS Organizer Convenor Engr. Florante A. Panganiban President PCAPI - RIVA Chapter Atty. Michael Drake Matias EIAMD Chief, EMB

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First National Convention on the Philippine EIS System

Manila Hotel, City of Manila, Philippines 19 to 21 June 2013

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REGISTRATION FORM
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION (Please fill out completely for logistic purposes)
NAME : ADDRESS: Tel. No. ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________ Fax No. _________________________ E-mail: _________________________________ EIA Consultant LGU Academe Private Proponent NGA Others: ____________ MMT NGO/PO

Sector Represented (please check): Gender: Male Female

Name of Company/MMT: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Company/MMTs Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Region: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

CONVENTION FEE (inclusive of AM/PM snacks and lunch, souvenir program, t-shirt and some give-aways) Registration Type Not later than 15 May 2013 16 May to 19 June 2013 Registration Fee Per Participant PhP 7,000.00 PhP 7,500.00

To avail of the early bird rate, payments should be made on or before May 15, 2013 (as reflected in their proof of payment, ex: deposit slip). Registrations with proofs of payment will be considered confirmed by the Secretariat through an email. An Official Receipt shall be given to the participant during on-site registration.

T-SHIRT SIZE To get a correct t-shirt size, please encircle applicable size below: Size XS S M 1/2 1/2 19 20 1/2 Width at breast (inches) 18 Length (inches) 25 26 27 L 21 1/2 28 XL 22 1/2 30 2XL 24 31

By registering early, participants will have the opportunity to indicate their preferred t-shirt size.

MODE OF PAYMENT
Cash Cheque: Payment will be done during the Convention Please prepare check payable to PCAPI-REGION IV-A CHAPTER, INC. Deposit through Bank: Account Name Account No Name of Bank Branch : : : : PCAPI-REGION IV-A CHAPTER, INC. 0911-0147-42 (Current) Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) Los Baos

TO RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION OF YOUR REGISTRATION PLEASE FAX FILLED UP REGISTRATION FORM AND DEPOSIT SLIP TO +63 (49) 5011706 or TO EMAIL ADDRESSES: eia.pcapir4a@yahoo.com.ph / hlpatindol@yahoo.com

CONTACT INFORMATION Ms. Hannah Patindol M: 0917-8144751 T: +63 (49) 501-1706 E: eia.pcapir4a@yahoo.com.ph hlpatindol@yahoo.com

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Date of Registration:

Registration Control No.:

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