This is Part 2 of a series of articles on energy use in the Philippines, what we can all do to lessen energy use in our homes, and El Nido Resorts as a case study for how small changes mean big savings.
How to use less energy in our homes
Why the Philippines needs to get off the fossil fuel wagon and fast
This is Part 1 of a series of articles on energy use in the Philippines, what we can all do to lessen energy use in our homes, and El Nido Resorts as a case study for how small changes mean big savings.
Floating with the tide: how a biologist ended up on an island resort and stayed there
When you think of possible jobs for a Biology graduate, the tourism industry isn't exactly the first thing that comes to mind, even more so if the potential employer is a luxury island resort.
Creature Feature: Hawksbill Sea Turtle
The hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) is one of the two species of sea turtle usually seen in El Nido (the other is the green sea turtle).
Creature Feature: Green Sea Turtle
The green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) is one of the two species of sea turtles usually seen in El Nido (the hawksbill sea turtle is the other).
The Big (Black) Night
What is just one hour spent in darkness in exchange for a brighter tomorrow?
El Nido Resorts turned dark for Earth Hour 2012
During the blackout, guests were treated to dinners by candlelight and acoustic music from the ENR staff.
Creature Feature: olive-backed sunbird
The olive-backed sunbird (Cinnyris jugularis), locally called tamasi, is a common resident of El Nido.
Going Beyond the Hour
El Nido Resorts regularly and enthusiastically participates in environmental events such as the Earth Hour, Earth Day, International Coastal Cleanup Day, World Ocean Day, and World Responsible Tourism Day.
Creature feature: Palawan leafbird
The Palawan leafbird (Chloropsis palawanensis) is a small bird with broad wings and a long tail that's easily recognizable by its green body color and yellow throat.
Ten Knots Group Environment and Sustainability 