Philippine Environmental Laws Quiz

What is the main objective of Presidential Decree No. 1151?

• Promote urbanization

• Protect and enhance environmental quality

• Develop agricultural lands for industrial use

• Expand mining operations

According to PD 1151, which of the following is required before undertaking projects that may significantly affect the environment?

• Environmental Compliance Certificate

• Environmental Impact Assessment

• Business Permit

• Local Government Approval

PD 1151 emphasizes the integration of which concept in national development?

• Sustainable development

• Maximum industrialization

• Population control

• Free market economy

Who is primarily responsible for implementing PD 1151?

• Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

• Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

• Department of Health (DOH)

• Department of Transportation (DOTr)

What is one of the key provisions of PD 1151?

• Establishing mandatory tree-planting programs

• Requiring an Environmental Impact Statement for major projects

• Banning plastic usage nationwide

• Encouraging coal mining

What is the primary purpose of PD 1586?

• Regulate air pollution

• Establish an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) system

• Ban illegal logging

• Promote sustainable agriculture

Which government agency is responsible for enforcing PD 1586?

• Department of Agriculture

• Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

• Department of Science and Technology (DOST)

• Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)

What is an Environmental Critical Project (ECP) under PD 1586?

• A project that generates economic growth

• A project that significantly affects the environment

• A project related to renewable energy

• A project for infrastructure development

What document is required for projects in environmentally critical areas?

• Environmental Clearance Certificate (ECC)

• Business Permit

• Zoning Clearance

• Building Permit

What happens if a project is implemented without the necessary environmental clearance?

• It will be allowed if economic benefits are significant

• It will be automatically approved after six months

• It may be suspended, stopped, or fined by the government

• The local government will have no authority over it