Our Projects

he Energy Development Corporation (EDC) is a pioneer in geothermal energy industry with more than four decades of proven business viability. EDC continues to diversify its green power portfolio by maintaining a hydropower project and by expanding its wind and solar power development projects. EDC recognizes the importance of biodiversity in its operations and is one of the pioneering companies which places value on its biodiversity resources.

Mindoro island is considered as a distinct biogeographic region housing some unique flora and fauna. In fact, it is home to the very rare species of Bleeding Heart Pigeon and the critically endangered Tamaraw.

Tayabas and Pagbilao Bays are major fishing grounds of three coastal municipalities in Quezon Province - Tayabas, Pagbilao and Sariaya. Nourished by protected areas and a biodiversity rich mangrove forest, these bays are also home to a rich forest and aquatic wildlife that are susceptible to threats because of illegal and destructive practices in seagrass areas and sanctuaries, mangrove cutting and conversion of mangrove areas.

Threats to the environment are increasing in an alarming rate. In fact, data from the Forest Management Bureau of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources shows that the Philippines is losing approximately 47,000 hectares of forest cover every year.

Community empowerment and collaboration are principles that CCIPH consistently embody in every biodiversity conservation and rehabilitation initiatives.

Implemented by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources through its Biodiversity Management Bureau (DENR-BMB), the Protected Area Management Enhancement (PAME) in the Philippines Project aimed to improve the management effectiveness in 60 existing protected areas (PAs) in the Philippines.

The ‘bleeding heart’ of the endemic pigeon Gallicolumba sp. may what makes it a seemingly mesmerizing and mystic creature. Naturally shy and evasive, they are well-known for the vivid red patch on their breast that appears like a bleeding wound.

To empower stakeholders and protect biodiversity and their habitat are two of the four core programs of CCI PH. The CCI PH has worked with numerous communities, stakeholders, and partners in fulfilling its commitment to empower and protect.