The Davao City Investment Promotion Center (DCIPC) has challenged Davao constructors to reduce their carbon footprints by adopting innovative and environment-friendly technologies.
“The construction industry is encouraged to shift to designs and operations that are responsive to climate change adaptation,” DCIPC officer-in-charge Ivan Chin Cortes said.
He said the construction sector can do so much not only for the economy but also for the environment by using energy-efficient materials. Davao City is already feeling the negative effects of climate change with floods occurring in most parts of the city even with minimal rainwater volume.
Cortes said it is time to start looking into going back to the basics like floating houses and villages in order to adjust to climate change and the flooding problem in the city. Houses with stilt design and standby life-saving floaters will reduce problems related to flooding in the city.
He said it is worthwhile to consider the inclusion of water-catchment facilities and working with the natural terrain of the city in every construction project. He said Davao planners envision a city with inter-connected green parks, boulevards that are free from informal settlers and roads and walkways for bikes and pedestrians.
Ramon Allado, event chair of the 4th PhilConstruct Show held at SMX Convention Center over the weekend, said this year’s construction show featured many innovative products that are environment-friendly. He made mention of air conditioning products that are energy-efficient and come with solar power options.
Cortes said Davao City provides up to five years tax incentives to investments that involve green projects, generate new sources of energy and agriculture projects that make use of organic and environment-friendly technologies.[PNA]
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