An Art Exhibit was recently opened to the public at the Globe Tower in BGC
Photos of the TAAL Ecosystem were displayed at the Globe Art Gallery from August 3 to 31. Photos were taken by Globe Employee Volunteers (DRMHWS)
Entitled “Pusod: Ang Pagkakaisa ng Pamayanan at Kalikasan”, the photo exhibit will give you a glimpse of the Taal community through endearing snapshots of the scenic views of Taal Volcano and Lake, as well as its natural beauty. Proceeds of the exhibit will support Pusod’s conservation work in TVPL.
In 2012, Pusod tapped Globe for the use of ICT to enhance implementation of the Taal Volcano Protected Landscape (TVPL) Management Plan designed to ensure the economic and environmental sustainability of the Taal Lake ecosystem which covers 13 municipalities and 3 cities in Batangas and Cavite.
One of the key programs implemented by Globe and Pusod to address the area’s environmental issues is the promotion of ecotourism which gives a low-impact alternative to commercial tourism. This not only helps protect the environment but also provides livelihood to communities around the lake.
With Pusod and Globe working together, the Pusod Taal Lake Conservation Center (TLCC) has increased earnings by 1400% from P40,000 upon its establishment in 2011 to P600,000 in 2015. It now provides sustainable livelihood opportunities to the local communities surrounding the Taal Volcano Protected Landscape (TVPL). The earnings came from various sustainable tourism initiatives such as Knowledge Tours, Kayak rentals, and sales from honey, coffee, and vinegar.
Pusod is an environmental non-profit organization which works with small fisher folk communities in Batangas and Cavite to conserve ecosystems and empower them through environment education and sustainable enterprises.
It is a member of Taal Volcano Protected Landscape Protected Area Management Board.
It established the Taal Lake Conservation Center (TLCC) in Sitio Lipute, Barangay Kinalaglagan, Mataasnakahoy, Batangas which is the central knowledge hub of the TVPL.
It operates the Taal Ecotourism Program which highlights the Taal Knowledge Tour.
Tour Experience:
Briefing on the lake region; eruption history of the volcano
Boat Ride from TLCC to Calauit, Balete on Volcano Island and back
Horse Ride or Trek to the crater view deck with local tour guides
Snacks and lunch of Batangas fusion cuisine and local refreshments
Conservation contribution
Boat Sailing
Kayak
Stand Up Paddle Board
For more info about PUSOD
Email: [email protected]
Address: V5 , 2nd Floor JP Laurel Highway Big Ben Complex
Telephone Number : 043 7573192