Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 342)
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is the lead agency.
The Republic of the Philippines Golf Association acts as the co-lead agency in the Committee.
The departments included are the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Department of Public Works and Highways, Department of Tourism, National Economic and Development Authority, Department of Agriculture, and the Office of the Chief Presidential Legal Counsel.
A non-government organization oriented towards environmental protection or natural resource conservation is included in the Committee and is jointly chosen by the DENR and the Republic of the Philippines Golf Association.
Major concerns include disturbance of the environment and ecology, utilization of large amounts of water and scarce natural resources, withdrawal of agricultural lands, use of harmful chemicals, and waste disposal issues.
The Committee can adopt standards for golf course construction and operations, assist in ECC application evaluation, monitor ECC compliance, and recommend suspension or revocation of ECCs for non-compliant golf courses.
It took effect immediately upon publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.
Because golf courses can significantly impact the environment and natural resources, uniform and comprehensive measures ensure sustainable development aligned with national development goals and environmental protection.