PROCLAMATION NO. 803

: Proclamation No. 803 declares the construction, development, and operation of golf courses as environmentally critical projects pursuant to PD 1586.
: Under Section 4 of Presidential Decree No. 1586 (PD 1586), also known as the Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System.
: Because their construction and operation may disturb the environment and ecology, utilize large amounts of water and scarce natural resources, withdraw lands from agricultural production, involve the use of harmful chemicals, and result in waste disposal into the environment.
: The declaration aims to ensure that these projects secure an Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) to mitigate their potential negative environmental impacts.
: An ECC is a document issued under PD 1586 certifying that a project has complied with environmental standards and requirements to protect the environment.
: No, it applies to all golf course projects regardless of location in the Philippines.
: Ruben D. Torres, the Executive Secretary at that time, signed alongside President Fidel V. Ramos.