Caritas Philippines supports Lobo in fight vs. LPG terminal project
MANILA, Philippines — Caritas Philippines has expressed support for Batangas Archbishop Emeritus Ramon Arguelles and residents of Lobo who have raised concerns over a proposed liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) terminal and refilling plant. San Carlos Bishop and Caritas Philippines President Gerardo Alminaza said “this is not simply about one project,” stressing that the issue touches
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Awaiting deadline 45% Project Stall
The Department of Energy and local government units in Batangas pause the LPG terminal project pending a joint review with Caritas Philippines and the Archdiocese. No new construction begins, but no formal cancellation is issued either, leaving the project in limbo while stakeholders continue to lobby.
Watch for: DOE Secretary issues a press release calling for a 'technical inter-agency review' of the Lobo LPG terminal · LGU officials from Lobo and Batangas announce a 30-day moron on construction activities
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Awaiting deadline 25% Project Approval
Local government authorities and the project developer proceed with the final environmental compliance clearance (ECC) or construction permit despite objections from the Church. The developer begins site preparation for groundbreaking ceremonies.
Watch for: Batangas provincial governor announces the issuance of a 'Notice of Proceeding' for the LPG terminal · Project developers confirm the schedule for a groundbreaking ceremony in Lobo
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Awaiting deadline 20% Legal Blockade
Residents and the Archdiocese file an injunction against the construction permit in the Batangas Regional Court. The court issues a temporary restraining order (TRO) blocking all work until the hearing is concluded.
Watch for: A petition filed by residents' groups at the Batangas Regional Court seeking a TRO · The regional court judge grants a temporary injunction halting construction activities
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Awaiting deadline 10% Immediate Cancellation
In a rare and decisive move, the local government or the project developer voluntarily withdraws the application for the LPG terminal citing environmental concerns. The project is formally shelved.
Watch for: The project developer issues a public statement withdrawing its permit application for the Lobo LPG terminal · The Batangas provincial council votes to reject the proposed land conversion for the site
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