Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1151)
The primary policy is to create, develop, maintain and improve conditions under which man and nature can thrive in productive and enjoyable harmony, fulfilling social, economic, and other requirements of present and future generations, ensuring environmental quality conducive to dignity and well-being.
The goals include recognizing responsibilities as trustees of the environment, assuring a safe and healthful environment, encouraging exploitation of the environment without degradation, preserving historic and cultural heritage, balancing population and resource use, and improving resource utilization.
All agencies and instrumentalities of the national government, including government-owned or controlled corporations, as well as private corporations, firms, and entities involved in actions, projects, or undertakings significantly affecting the environment are required to prepare and file EIS.
An EIS must include details on the environmental impact of the proposed project, any unavoidable adverse effects, alternatives to the proposal, a statement that short-term resource uses are consistent with long-term productivity, and a finding on the justification of the use of depletable or non-renewable resources.
All agencies with jurisdiction or special expertise must comment within thirty (30) days from receipt of the draft Environmental Impact Statement.
Every individual has the duty and responsibility to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the Philippine environment.
They must submit their respective guidelines, rules, and regulations to carry out the provisions on environmental impact assessments and statements within sixty (60) days from the effectivity of the Decree.
Yes, it explicitly repeals, amends, or modifies all laws, executive orders, rules, or regulations inconsistent with its provisions.
It took effect immediately upon its signing on June 6, 1977.
The Decree recognizes the people's right to a healthful environment as a fundamental aspect of its environmental policy.