Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW), the water distributor in Metro Iloilo, operates under a framework where it does not solely produce its own water but sources it from bulk water suppliers. The prices set by these suppliers significantly influence the tariffs that MPIW charges its customers. MPIW sources its water
June 14, 2024
The regulation of bulk water suppliers in the Philippines involves a combination of national standards and specific project agreements. Key laws and regulations aim to ensure the quality of water and fair pricing, but there are areas that could benefit from stronger consumer protections. Regulatory Framework Philippine National Standards for
June 13, 2024
Desalination, the process of removing salt and other impurities from seawater to produce potable water, has emerged as a viable solution for water-scarce regions. As urban centers and metropolises face increasing water shortages due to population growth, climate change, and the depletion of traditional water sources, desalination offers a potential
June 10, 2024
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries globally, and journalism is no exception. The latest report from The Economist highlights that AI will impact nearly 40% of jobs worldwide, a statistic that encapsulates both the promise and peril of this technological evolution. For journalists, understanding AI’s dual
June 7, 2024
What is irresponsible reporting? Irresponsible reporting is: -when you invent or concoct stories. -when you twist words and context. -when you are unfair by choice. -when you ridicule or objectify persons to sensationalize your reports. In the case of Dr. Ivan Anthony Henares’ statement on the Iloilo Central Market demolition,
May 22, 2024
Our headline yesterday, May 20, 2024, was indeed a hot one. It was so hot that Mayor Jerry Treñas went on one of his acerbic episodes (City Hall folks are very much familiar with these occurrences), this time against journalists covering the City Hall, including #DailyGuardian. The reason? Our reportage
May 21, 2024
Media practitioners and allies all over the country convened in the first Philippine Media Safety Summit last May 2-3, 2024 in Quezon City. Daily Guardian, represented by yours truly, was one of the Visayas-based news organizations that was invited to the summit, a first in the aftermath of the pandemic
May 9, 2024
In the realm of global issues, few are as universal and as intimately linked to human survival as water security. In Metro Iloilo, the echoes of this global challenge are resonating loudly with Metro Pacific Iloilo Water’s (MPIW) recent initiation of a water rationing schedule. This scenario is not merely
April 29, 2024
Senator Robinhood “Robin” C. Padilla’s Senate Resolution 999, aimed at probing the role of media in times of conflict, raises eyebrows and concerns about the true intent behind the legislative move. On the surface, the resolution adheres to the concept of ensuring the media’s responsibility in a healthy democracy, especially
April 23, 2024
Leonardo da Vinci drew and painted Mona Lisa. It reflected him, his time, and his community. If the Mona Lisa is burned to ashes and someone else creates an exact replica, it’s not the same; it’s just a reproduction; an illusion of the original; a fakery. It’s the same thing
April 22, 2024