DOE, EU Push Energy Sustainability, Resiliency

E-Power Mo for Sustainability - Participants in the 3-day Joint Planning Workshop of the Department of Energy and the Access to Sustainable Energy Programme in a group pictorial at Camp Punta Fuego, Batangas.

The Philippine government is pursuing its thrust to promote energy efficiency, sustainability and total electrification.

This was the message conveyed by the Department of Energy (DOE) to the European Union (EU) and World Bank (WB) as they conducted a joint planning workshop for the Supported Access to Sustainable Energy Programme (ASEP) from August 30 to September 1, 2017 at Camp Punta Fuego in Nasugbu, Batangas.

“The DOE is prioritizing the delivery of quality energy service to our people, not only in the business districts but also in the rural areas”, Energy Secretary Alfonso Cusi explained.

The objective of the ASEP is to assist the Philippines in expanding sustainable energy generation to meet growing economic needs and provide energy access to the poor and marginalized sector in accordance with the Philippine Development Plan.

The objective was also emphasized during the Philippine-EU ASEP conference held last March 9, 2017, signaling the start of the joint undertaking between the DOE, EU and WB.

The workshop aims to reacquaint the participants with the organizational structure and implementation mechanism of ASEP and its components to improve inter-agency coordination and streamlining of the overall implementation process.

ASEP will be implemented through three components: Component 1, the “Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Pillar (ASEP-TA)”, Component 2, the “Investment Support” managed by the World Bank, and Component 3, the “Call for Proposals for Pro-Poor and Climate Resilient Innovative Energy Solutions” directly managed by the EU Delegation.

“With all the program's key players gathered in one venue, we aim to seek each other's concerns, insights and suggestions to be more synergized in our approach towards carrying out the ASEP”, Cusi said.

The DOE expects the participants to be more updated on the different implementation mechanisms and roles of ASEP players after the joint planning workshop with hopes that this will further strengthen the agency’s E-Power Mo Campaign, designed to empower consumers by providing them information and options on the intelligent utilization of energy resources.

Participants in the event included representatives from the ASEP-Technical Assistance Team, European Union Delegation to the Philippines, World Bank and DOE’s partner government agencies: National Electrification Agency (NEA), National Power Corporation (NAPOCOR).

Sony’s AXN to Produce New Original Series, ‘The Elements’ Starring Master Illusionist, Cosentino

Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia announced today a new original series for AXN featuring Australia’s top magician, illusionist and escapologist, Cosentino. The four-part series, entitled The Elements, will captivate audiences with Cosentino’s mesmerizing street magic, large-scale illusions and death-defying escapes all themed around Earth, Wind, Fire and Water.

The filming kicks off this week in Singapore before Cosentino takes his magic on tour, filming against iconic backdrops in Taipei, Manila and Kuala Lumpur. Various popular Asian artists, including singers, actors and models will join Cosentino as he performs his spell-binding stunts, creating a raft of “how did he do that?” moments.

Cosentino has quickly become a global star within the magic industry. He is a multiple winner of the prestigious Merlin Award (magic’s version of the Academy Awards) including acknowledgement as the ‘International Magician of the Year’ and the ‘International Escape Artist of the Year’.
Virginia Lim, Senior Vice President and Head of Content, Production and Marketing, said, “The Elements supports our vision to create a pipeline of original, locally relevant series that engages our viewers both on screen and via social platforms. As a world-renowned illusionist, Cosentino made his AXN debut as a guest star during the Asia’s Got Talent finale episode in 2015. We’re thrilled to partner with Cosentino again to usher in his magic revolution in Asia.”

Commenting on The Elements, Cosentino said, “I am thrilled to be embarking on this new partnership with AXN, who is the undisputed leader of English language broadcasting across Asia. I am very proud of what we have created with The Elements series. The concept of the shows and the magic and escapology contained within them is unlike anything else that has been seen before”. 

The Elements will premiere in early 2018 first and exclusively on AXN.
@AXNAsia / #AXNAsia / AXN-Asia.com

UP Sanlahi Proudly Presents Grassroots

This September 2017, the UP Sanlahi Alliance will celebrate its 42nd Anniversary through GRASSROOTS. Join them as they showcase different cultures representing different provincial, regional and ethno-linguistic backgrounds of our nation. Witness the solidarity, camaraderie and unity amidst diversity of the different organizations composing the alliance through participating in their events this coming September.


Line-up of Activities:


TAGISANLAHI

Sanlahi brings you the most enjoying quiz show aiming to promote awareness about the facts, trivia and information about the Philippines. While you enjoy, you also get to refresh stock knowledge and learn new facts. Join our quiz show on September 13, 2017.



PABILISANLAHI

The alliance pioneers the widening awareness and appreciation of the time-honored cultures and traditions among fellow Filipinos. Be one of us by joining Pabilisanlahi, our culturally-relevant amazing race. See you all on September 18, 2017.


MX. SANLAHI

Ever heard of a pageant that promotes the different cultures from within our country while at the same time promotes gender equality? Be the first one to be updated about this competition and about our contestants. Watch out for some exciting twists and surprises as September 28 gets nearer and nearer day by day.


SANLAHI EXHIBIT

On October 24-27, the UP Sanlahi Alliance will be posting an Exhibit about its constituent organizations at the AS Lobby, Palma Hall, UP Diliman. Know more about them by visiting the exhibit. Don’t miss it out!

GRASSROOTS is presented to you by UP Sanlahi Alliance and White Space Mind and Body Wellness Studio. Also brought to you by South Republik and Orange Segment. With special thanks to Barenaked, The Men’s Room, and Chubby Chicken.

Connect with Sanlahi! For inquiries, please contact Gin Mig – 09260325071 or Kint – 09288067518. You may also email us at sanlahialliance.up@gmail.com or message our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/sanlahialliance.up