The initiative seeks to strengthen the Philippines’ water security and climate resilience through science-based monitoring.
The details:
The Memorandum of Agreement and Deed of Donation were signed at the DENR Central Office in Quezon City by Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Raphael P.M. Lotilla and Prime Infra president Guillaume Lucci.
Under the agreement, DENR will procure and install instruments, sensors, and fencing needed for the program’s rollout.
One Automated Weather Station will be set up in the Upper Marikina River Watershed to track air temperature, humidity, rainfall, wind speed and direction, pressure, and solar radiation.
Why it matters:
Watershed instrumentation provides real-time data critical to disaster risk reduction, community preparedness, and long-term management of water resources. The data can inform early warning systems for floods and landslides—vital in a country highly vulnerable to climate change impacts.
What they’re saying:
Lotilla: “This aims to enhance the conservation and sustainable management of our natural resources by establishing strong partnerships with organizations that share a high level of commitment to environmental protection and preservation.”
Lucci: “This donation is more than a financial contribution—it’s an investment in transparency, proactive resource management, and the overall health of our watershed. It will benefit the Upper Marikina River Watershed and contribute to the country’s broader environmental goals.”
The big picture:
The Watershed Instrumentation Program falls under DENR Administrative Order No. 2005-23, which promotes active stakeholder participation in sustainable watershed management. By leveraging public-private collaboration, DENR hopes to safeguard water resources and bolster climate resilience for future generations.
Between the lines:
For Prime Infra, the donation aligns with its core mission of supporting sustainability initiatives in energy, waste management, and water infrastructure. The company is positioning itself as not only an infrastructure developer but also a partner in long-term environmental stewardship. —Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
