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Instructions:

1. Read and analyze the following article.

Manila Bay Beach Nourishment Project

After years of being known for its polluted waters, Manila Bay suddenly got a facelift as
the government decided to take a big risk by overlaying mounds of artificial white sand
(dolomite) on a part of the bay's naturally gray shoreline.

This project, which is spearheaded by the Department of Environment and Natural


Resources (DENR), was instantly met with harsh disapproval. In September, the
overlaying of the dolomite in Manila Bay beach or the beach nourishment project caught
public attention, stirring curiosity and setting off waves of people flocking to the area to
get a glimpse of the "white sands".

Many criticized the project, throwing allegations at the DENR, calling the project a health
hazard and a waste of public funds.
But the DENR emphasized that the beach nourishment with the use of dolomite is a
significant component of the rehabilitation aimed to protect the coastal resources in the
area and prevent coastal flooding, erosion, and pollution. Being a mineral, a naturally
occurring chemical compound that is calcium magnesium carbonate, DENR said the
dolomite is not detrimental to Manila Bay's ecosystems and is a known neutralizer that
lessens the acidity of seawater, making it popular for use in fish aquariums.

As to the claim that the dolomites allegedly pose health hazards to the public, the
Department of Health also assured that "no untoward incidents will occur as a result of
the endeavor". The DOH said the dolomite material used for the project is 100 times
bigger than dust; hence it does not get suspended in the air, making it hazardous.
Moreover, Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso reiterated his support for
the said project, saying that it could boost tourism and business in the city, particularly
along Roxas Boulevard.

On claims that the project is a waste of public funds, DENR Secretary Roy A. Cimatu
assured the public that the funds used for the project would not be put to waste as
people expressed fears that the dolomite sands would simply be washed away,
especially during typhoons. He said engineering interventions were made to prevent the
artificial white sand from being washed away. The project, he said, likewise passed the
required environmental impact assessment.
Despite the criticisms, many also expressed appreciation, especially when people started
flocking to have their pictures taken at the beach area. For many, this is a man-made
white sand beach in the middle of the city, a first in history seen by many, including
Manila's local government, where it is situated, to boost local and international tourism
and generate jobs for residents.

The DENR said the beach nourishment project is more than just aesthetics. It said it is a strategy
to promote pro-environment behavior among Filipinos with the hope that the white sand
would inspire

Part II:

1. Respond to the following discussion questions:


 What can you say about the controversial Manila Bay Beach Nourishment Project?
 If you are the members of the DENR, what would be your proposal for the
rehabilitation of Manila Bay and help boost local and international tourism? Discuss
in detail.
2. Place your output on a short bond paper with the following formatting:

 Font and size: Calibri, 11


 Spacing: Single
 Margin: 1” all sides
 Short Bond Paper

Deadline: February 13, 2025, 9am

NOTE: LATE SUBMISSION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

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