For the 34th Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) and 2012 Regional Scientific Meetings (RSM), the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines (NAST PHL) adopted the theme: Philippine Water 2050. This gathering provided a platform to address pressing concerns regarding water scarcity and management in the Philippines. Despite the country’s seemingly abundant freshwater resources, challenges such as contamination, inadequate infrastructure, and population growth threaten water availability and quality. The ASM highlighted the need for comprehensive approaches to ensure access to safe water for domestic use, support food security, preserve ecosystems, mitigate disasters, and enhance energy security through sustainable hydropower generation.
Front Matter
Copyright and other Journal Information
About the TRANSACTIONS NAST PHL
About the National Academy of Science and Technology PH
Table of Contents
Keynote Address
- Philippine Water 2050Rogelio L. Singson
Plenary Papers
- Ecology and Biodiversity of Major Inland Bodies of Water: Challenges and OpportunitiesRhodora V. Azanza
- Towards Good Water Governance in the PhilippinesAgnes C. Rola, Juan M. Pulhin, Cristina C. David, Christopher Wensley, Vicente S. Paragas, Guillermo Q. Tabios III, Joy C. Lizada, Prevelyn G. Gazmen and Maria Helen F. Dayo
- Flood Control and Drainage, Water Supply and Sewerage: Managing Water in Both Excess and ScarcityLeonardo Q. Liongson
- Purification and Quality of Drinking Water: Issues and ConcernsErnesto J. del Rosario, Veronica P. Migo, Evangeline M. Clemente, Ma. Theresa C. Cerbolles and Evelyn Mae Tecson-Mendoza
- Water Resources: Health and Safety IssuesJaime C. Montoya
- Water for Food Security in the PhilippinesRodel D. Lasco, Antonio S. Nangel, Wilfredo E. Cabezon, Samuel M. Contreras, Nenita V. Desamero, Rex Victor O. Cruz, Edwin A. Combalicer, Artemio M. Salazar and Joan P. Urquiola
- The Country’s Water Resources and IssuesFernando P. Siringan
- Resolutions (2012)Philippine Water 2050