HOME to the most diverse marine ecosystem in the world, the Philippines has been tagged as one of seven biodiversity hotspots across the planet.

Fortunately, the Philippines’ coastal communities are relentlessly pushing for sustainable practices that are primed to help preserve our marine resources.

One such community, Hamilo Coast, is unwavering in its campaign to protect and preserve its picturesque sanctuary located in Nasugbu, Batangas.

The 40-hectare premier leisure resort complex that features the idyllic Pico De Loro Cove, is a development of Costa Del Hamilo Inc. (CDHI), a duly recognized SM Prime company. The complex integrates residential, resort, leisure, commercial and institutional land uses.

Stepping up its game to protect and nurture the incredibly rich and breathtaking marine life surrounding it, Hamilo Coast renewed its partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Philippines.

The collaboration will expand and enhance the scope of its sustainability initiatives that covered coastal resource management, ridge-to-reef management, solid waste management, mangrove reforestation, the use of renewable energy sources, and environmental awareness since 2007.

“Hamilo Coast has committed to preserve our marine resources, as it is not only a responsibility but a privilege to do so. Our partnership with WWF manifests our resolve to ensure that our community remains a safe haven for marine life, and that we continue to be a model for sustainable coastal development in the Philippines,” shares Imee Francisco, vice president and head of CDHI Projects and Operations.

Hamilo Coast also continues to hold the annual Coastal Clean-Up Program, a highly effective collaboration between the management and employees of Costa Del Hamilo Inc. and the local government.

For more information on Hamilo Coast, its marine conservation efforts, and its other sustainability initiatives, you may check out the Hamilo Coast official Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ hamilocoastph, website https:// www.hamilocoast.com, and Instagram @hamilocoastph.