A group of people attending a presentation at Daluyon Resort, seated around tables covered with green tablecloths. The venue is an open-air pavilion with a colorful ceiling featuring large leaf patterns. A speaker stands in front of a projector screen displaying the number 6 and the word 'hazardous'.

Puerto Princesa City, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with BIMP-EAGA Korea Cooperation Fund, Global Green Growth Institute, spotlighted Daluyon Beach and Mountain Resort as a model for integrating energy efficiency in business operations. This recognition came during a benchmarking activity on May 22, held as part of the Palawan Investment Roadshow.

This initiative aligns with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s “Bagong Pilipinas” agenda, which champions a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy. Four micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)—Le Desserts, Camp Backpackers, VJB Food Products, and Fatz Food Delicacies—participated in the event. They gained insights from Daluyon’s sustainability practices, aiming to apply energy-efficient strategies in their respective businesses.

Daluyon, a multi-awarded eco-tourism destination, presented its comprehensive sustainability framework, which integrates environmental stewardship with community development. Its efforts span energy conservation, responsible waste management, and cultural preservation—all grounded in local sourcing and community engagement.

To reduce energy use, the resort implements LED lighting, motion sensors in common areas, inverter air-conditioning units, and industrial ceiling fans. It also operates a hybrid power system, partially sourced from the Sabang Renewable Energy Corporation, alongside solar tubular lighting, natural ventilation, and louvered architecture.

In terms of waste management, Daluyon maintains a hazardous waste treatment facility, installs grease traps, and eliminates single-use plastics through refillable dispensers and biodegradable packaging. It also uses a digital check-in system to reduce paper waste.

Sustainable materials are central to Daluyon’s guest experience, with furnishings crafted from bamboo, kogon grass, and reclaimed wood. Locally produced decorative items, menu boards, and souvenirs further supports Palawan’s artisan and craft industries.

The resort prioritizes water conservation through low-flow showerheads, dual-flush toilets, rainwater harvesting, a reedbed wastewater treatment system, shaded pumps, and guest relations programs that promote the reuse of linens and towels.

Daluyon’s commitment goes beyond its operations as it remains mindful of the community and culture – from its annual outreach programs, donations of uniforms to local guides, training for aspiring hospitality workers, support for Tau’t Bato cultural traditions and events, to a Turtle Conservation Program that safeguards nesting grounds and releases hatchlings into the wild.

A group of people gathered around a table with bottles of water, a metal thermos, glass cups, and a laptop. One person is pouring liquid into a glass cup while others observe.

Following its sustainability presentation, the resort held a live demonstration on creating tea light candles using used cooking oil, sand, coffee stirrers, and tissue—highlighting simple reuse strategies. Daluyon staff strictly observe eco-policies, including a ban on single-use plastics and active waste segregation.

With Daluyon as a living case study, the DTI aims to inspire more MSMEs to balance profitability with sustainability. The agency plans to replicate this initiative in other regions to scale the adoption of energy-efficient and environmentally responsible practices across the tourism sector.

The next leg of the Investment Roadshow will take place in Cagayan de Oro, where more MSMEs will be introduced to green solutions supported by policy enhancements, financing mechanisms, and technical assistance. ♦

Date of Release: 27 May 2025

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