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What is the primary purpose of problem identification in site evaluation?
What is the primary purpose of problem identification in site evaluation?
- To list available tourism resources
- To break down problems into smaller pieces
- To establish cause-and-effect relationships
- To identify issues and problems affecting the tourism industry (correct)
Which element of formulating goals and objectives involves a definite statement of a desired result?
Which element of formulating goals and objectives involves a definite statement of a desired result?
- Target (correct)
- Trunk
- Roots
- Branches
What is the main purpose of problem analysis in site evaluation?
What is the main purpose of problem analysis in site evaluation?
- Identify issues and problems affecting the tourism industry
- Establish cause-and-effect relationships
- List available tourism resources
- Break down problems into smaller pieces for understanding (correct)
In site evaluation, what does the 'roots' in the Problem Tree Analysis represent?
In site evaluation, what does the 'roots' in the Problem Tree Analysis represent?
Which methodology involves direct observation, mapping, oral interviews, questionnaires, focus group discussions, and workshops in site evaluation?
Which methodology involves direct observation, mapping, oral interviews, questionnaires, focus group discussions, and workshops in site evaluation?
What is included in the criteria for site evaluation related to availability?
What is included in the criteria for site evaluation related to availability?
Which act ensures the development of an integrated, coordinated and comprehensive environmental plan for Palawan?
Which act ensures the development of an integrated, coordinated and comprehensive environmental plan for Palawan?
Which act promotes the sustainable development of the Philippines through climate change mitigation and adaptation measures?
Which act promotes the sustainable development of the Philippines through climate change mitigation and adaptation measures?
Which act ensures the proper segregation, collection, transport, storage, treatment, and disposal of solid waste?
Which act ensures the proper segregation, collection, transport, storage, treatment, and disposal of solid waste?
Which act provides tax incentives for enterprises that employ persons with disability?
Which act provides tax incentives for enterprises that employ persons with disability?
Which act regulates the pollution of air by vehicles and industrial plants?
Which act regulates the pollution of air by vehicles and industrial plants?
Which act protects the ancestral lands of indigenous peoples?
Which act protects the ancestral lands of indigenous peoples?
Which decree established the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) system in the Philippines?
Which decree established the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) system in the Philippines?
Which act specifically addresses the vulnerability of the Philippines to climate change impacts?
Which act specifically addresses the vulnerability of the Philippines to climate change impacts?
Which act established specific zones under the Environmentally Critical Areas Network (ECAN) for tourism?
Which act established specific zones under the Environmentally Critical Areas Network (ECAN) for tourism?
Which of the following decree requires all entities to prepare a detailed statement regarding environmental impacts?
Which of the following decree requires all entities to prepare a detailed statement regarding environmental impacts?
Which of the following are areas that are declared as national parks, watershed reserves, wildlife reserves, and sanctuaries?
Which of the following are areas that are declared as national parks, watershed reserves, wildlife reserves, and sanctuaries?
Which of the following allows tourism in protected landscapes or seascapes?
Which of the following allows tourism in protected landscapes or seascapes?
Flashcards
Terrestrial Areas
Terrestrial Areas
Land areas, including mountains, hills, and lowlands.
Coastal/Marine Areas
Coastal/Marine Areas
Areas from coast to open sea, used for fishing and tourism.
Tribal Ancestral Lands
Tribal Ancestral Lands
Areas traditionally occupied by indigenous communities.
Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act
Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act
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Magna Carta for Disabled Persons
Magna Carta for Disabled Persons
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Clean Air Act
Clean Air Act
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Clean Water Act
Clean Water Act
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Solid Waste Management Act
Solid Waste Management Act
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Site Evaluation
Site Evaluation
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Evaluation Criteria
Evaluation Criteria
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Problem Identification
Problem Identification
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Problem Analysis
Problem Analysis
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Problem Tree Analysis
Problem Tree Analysis
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National Integrated Protected Areas System Act
National Integrated Protected Areas System Act
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Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
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Philippine Environmental Policy
Philippine Environmental Policy
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Climate Change Act
Climate Change Act
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Strategic Environmental Plan for Palawan
Strategic Environmental Plan for Palawan
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Presidential Decree 1586
Presidential Decree 1586
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Study Notes
Terrestrial and Coastal/Marine Areas
- Terrestrial areas include mountainous areas, ecologically important low hills, and lowland areas of Palawan
- Coastal/Marine areas include the whole coastline area up to the open sea, serving as a zone for fishing and tourism activities
- Tribal ancestral lands are areas traditionally occupied by cultural communities
Laws and Acts
- Indigenous Peoples' Rights Act of 1997: protects indigenous peoples' ancestral lands, customs, traditions, values, beliefs, interests, and institutions
- Magna Carta for Disabled Persons: provides tax incentives to private enterprises that employ persons with disabilities and modify facilities to accommodate them
- Clean Air Act of 1999: maintains good air quality by preventing pollution from vehicles, industrial plants, etc.
- Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004: prevents pollution of bodies of water from land-based sources such as sewage and wastewater discharge
- Philippine Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000: implements a comprehensive solid waste management program, including composting, recycling, re-use, proper segregation, collection, etc.
Site Evaluation
- Site evaluation: on-site investigation of criteria items using methodologies such as direct observation, mapping, oral interviews, questionnaires, focus group discussions, and workshops
- Evaluation criteria include uniqueness and natural beauty, accessibility, availability of basic utilities, availability of on-site facilities, property ownership, and quality of surroundings
Problem Identification and Analysis
- Problem identification: identifying issues and problems affecting the tourism industry of a region
- Problem analysis: breaking down problems into smaller pieces for better understanding, identifying causes and effects of problems and situations
- Problem Tree Analysis: a diagram used to establish the cause-and-effect relationship between observed negative factors affecting tourism
National Laws and Policies
- National Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 1992: allows tourism in protected landscapes or seascapes
- Presidential Decree 1151 (Philippine Environmental Policy): requires entities to prepare a detailed statement regarding environmental impacts
- Presidential Decree 1586: established the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) system and the Fisheries Code
- Climate Change Act of 2009: addresses the vulnerability of the Philippines to the impacts of climate change
- Strategic Environmental Plan for Palawan Act: establishes specific zones under the Environmentally Critical Areas Network (ECAN) in Palawan
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Test your knowledge on environmental policies in the Philippines, including the National Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 1992, Presidential Decree 1151, and Presidential Decree 1586.
