1. Green Transport Strategy: A Call for Partnership Through a National Environmentally Sustainable Transport Strategy for the Philippines
{Greetings and introduction of presentation}
Greetings!...
Friends, Ladies and Gentlemen…
Good morning!
Secretary Mendoza sends his best wishes and congratulatory message for this important Conference on Empowering LGU’s to Clean the Air and Address Climate Change as we celebrate the Clean Air 10th Anniversary.
Allow me to present to you the message from our Department of Transportation and Communications on Green Transport Strategy: A Call for Partnership through National Environmentally Sustainable Transport Strategy.
As introductory note, let me present to you the big picture of EST which the Philippine government is now formulating in the face of the challenges now faced by those in the urban areas.
Clean Air 10th Anniversary Celebrations
Conference on Empowering LGUs to Clean the Air and Address Climate Change through Partnership
Skyline Riverbend Hotel, Marikina City
23-24 June 2009 1

2. Outline Context AO 254 – Formulation of National EST Strategy
Co-Benefits in transport
Participatory process
Draft strategies and descriptors
DOTC Green Transport Strategy
Overall EST Strategy
Resources
EST Web Portal
The outline of this presentation is as follows… {Read from slide} 2 2

3. Urban Transport Challenges
Cities are growing (size and population)
Motorization rapidly increasing
Congestion increasing
Local pollution worsening
GHG emissions
Safety worsening
Oil dependence
Policies failing to keep up
Quality of life deteriorating
The many challenges facing our country today, most specifically those in our urban areas, include the continuing rapid growth of our cities resulting in similarly rapid motorization and increasing experience of traffic congestion. These result in worsening environmental conditions including air pollution, noise, and road traffic safety. Compounding this situation is a dependence on and massive consumption of fossil fuels for the transport sector; not to mention the failure of policies to keep up with the challenges.
Moreover, the transportation sector is responsible for 23 percent of global Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions and continues to grow rapidly in the developing countries. At the same time, it has been said that the transport sector is the economic driver of a nation, and plays a central role in facilitating economic activities across sectors and is thus the essential fiber in nation building, in economic development and ensuring quality of life of our people.
Thus, we must be able to decouple transport growth from its negative externalities as aforementioned and from economic growth through a National Environmentally Sustainable Transport Strategy. 3 3

4. Presidential Administrative Order No
Presidential Administrative Order No Formulation of a National Environmentally Sustainable Transport Strategy for the Philippines -
Presidential Administrative Order 254 mandates the DOTC to formulate the national EST strategy and to lead the way in promoting, developing and implementing EST plans, programs and projects both at the national and local levels. 4 4

5. Realisation of multiple objectives within a single strategy
What are co-benefits?
Realisation of multiple objectives within a single strategy
Economic
Benefits
Social
Environmental
Co-
The formulation of the national EST strategy is premised on the concept of sustainable development and the co-benefits that can be derived from its environmental, economic and social elements. The key is to realize multiple objectives within a single strategy while achieving a balance among the elements. 5 5

6. Outcomes of participatory process/ consultations
Planning Horizons:
Immediate: until Medium Term: 2016
Short Term: until Long Term: Beyond 2016
The national EST strategy is the product of a participatory process involving stakeholders such as government agencies, LGUs, NGOs, and the private sector among others. What follows is a long list of strategies developed after stakeholders or participants formulated descriptors (or visions) for each EST thematic area as defined in the Aichi Statement.
Note for the following slides:
Numbers after each Strategy refer to the Descriptor number.
Letters after each Indicator refer to the Strategy 6 6

7. 1. Descriptors and Strategies for Public Health
(1) Reduced respiratory diseases
(2) Good hearing/visual
(3) Enhanced IQ of children
(4) Stress free travel
(5) Healthy pregnant women
(a) Dissemination of Information, Education, and Communication Materials (IEC) on public health hazards thru tri-media [1-5]
(b) Conduct research and extension program to improve public health [1-5]
(c) Strengthen public health services [1-5]
(d) Develop monitoring tools for public health [1-5]
(e) Formulation and promulgation of Department Administrative Orders on public health [1-5]
(f) Adoption of EST as a planning paradigm in LGUs [1-5]
(g) Annual medical check-up of PUV drivers [1]
(h) Increase green areas [1]
(i) Mandatory vehicle inspection of PUV (increased to twice a year) [1] 
Descriptors and strategies for public health include… {mention only a few examples} 7 7

8. 1. Descriptors and Strategies for Public Health (cont.)
(1) Reduced respiratory diseases
(2) Good hearing/visual
(3) Enhanced IQ of children
(4) Stress free travel
(5) Healthy pregnant women
(j) Strict enforcement of rules/regulations/standard, e.g. enhanced anti-smoke belching operation and PETC [1]
(k) Use of green fuels [1,5]
(l) Installation of emission reducing device in vehicles’ exhaust system (e.g., catalytic converter) [1]
(m) Annual audiogical check-up of PUV drivers and affected communities [2]
(n) Installation of noise control device in vehicles [2]
(o) TSM/TDM measures (e.g., synchronization of traffic lights, road widening and paving, alternate routes) [4]
(p) Strict enforcement of rules/regulations/standard, e.g. enhanced anti-smoke belching operation and PETC [5] 8 8

9. 2. Descriptors and Strategies for Social Equity and Gender Perspective
Equal access to public land transport thru:
(1) NMT friendly roads
(2) Gender sensitive public transport
(3) Senior citizens’ friendly transport
(4) PWD friendly transport
(5) Affordable transport
(a) Adoption of EST as a planning paradigm in LGUs [1-5]
(b) Provision of pedestrian and bike lanes [1,5]
(c) Passenger segregation (M/F, Senior citizens, PWD) [2,3,4]
(d) Installation of traffic and transport assistive devices [2,3,4]
(e) People-friendly public transport facility [2,3,4]
(f) Use of cheaper renewable energy for public transport [5]
Descriptors and strategies for Social Equity and Gender Perspective include… {mention only a few examples} 9 9

10. 3. Descriptors and Strategies for Strengthening Road Side Air Quality Monitoring and Assessment
(1) Air quality standards improved
(2) Monitoring capacity enhanced
(3) Knowledge on assessment and evaluation increased
(a) Monitor TSP reduction [1]
(b) Purchase/Installation of PM, HC, CO, NO2, SO2 (road side) equipment [1,2,3]
(c) Develop locally fabricated monitoring instruments [2]
(d) Capacitate local government unit and other sector on monitoring and assessment [2]
(e) Enhance developmental and enforcement capacity of local government [2]
(f) AQM equipment installed/working strategic areas nationwide [2,3]
(g) Reporting of air quality indices to the public (website) [3] 
Descriptors and strategies for Strengthening Roadside Air Quality Monitoring and Assessment include… {mention only a few examples} 10 10

11. 4. Descriptors and Strategies for Traffic Noise Management
(1) Reduced road side noise levels
(a) Public awareness on hazards of noise [1]
(b) Amendment/updating of noise standards and compliance [1]
(c) Strict enforcement of MV noise regulations [1]
(d) Increase compliance of MV drivers and owners with noise standards [1]
(e) Enhancement of LGU capability/enact local ordinances [1]
(f) Installation of noise barriers [1]
Descriptors and strategies for Traffic Noise Management include… {mention only a few examples} 11 11

12. 5. Descriptors and Strategies for Vehicle Emission Control, Standards, and Inspection and Maintenance
Descriptors
Strategies
(1) Fully operational national vehicle inspection and management systems
(2) MV compliance with standards increased
(3) Maintenance culture developed
(4) Public participation in enforcement/advocacy strengthened
(a) Develop MVIS and made operational in all regions [1,2,3]
(b) Establish motor vehicle standards (in-use) [2,3]
(c) Adopt/harmonize Euro regulations (type approval) [2]
(d) Strengthen LGU capacity to enforce standards through I/M [2,3,4]
(e) Strict regulation of PETCs by LGU/ DTI/ DOTC/ DENR [2,3,4]
(f) Strengthen road side apprehension on smoke-belchers and vehicles [2,3,4]
(g) Intensify organization of Anti Smoke Belching Units under CENRO office [2,3,4]
Descriptors and strategies for Vehicle Emission Control, Standards, and Inspection and Maintenance include… {mention only a few examples} 12 12

13. 5. Descriptors and Strategies for Vehicle Emission Control, Standards, and Inspection and Maintenance (Cont.)
Descriptors
Strategies
(1) Fully operational national vehicle inspection and management systems
(2) MV compliance with standards increased
(3) Maintenance culture developed
(4) Public participation in enforcement/advocacy strengthened
(h) Enactment of local ordinances providing incentives for enforcers [2]
(i) Intensify advocacy for conduct of Preventive maintenance [2,3,4]
(j) Health monitoring of enforcers and drivers [2,3,4]
(k) Transport groups capacity to comply with MV standards improved [1,2,3,4]  13 13

14. 6. Descriptors and Strategies for Cleaner Fuels
(1) Use of clean alternative fuels/vehicles increased
(2) Fuel quality improved
(a) Intensify promotion of alternative fuels/vehicles such as CNG, biofuels, AutoLPG, hybrid vehicles and EVs [1]
(b) Provision of fiscal and non-fiscal incentives for producers and users [1]
(c) Access to financial assistance [1]
(d) Fuel with less organic vapor and sulphur on the formulation [2]
(e) Adoption of harmonized fuel quality standards (Euro regulations) [2]
(f) Identify sources of cleaner fuels [1,2]
(g) More accessible green fuels [1,2]
(h) Enhanced safety handling of cleaner fuels [1,2]
Descriptors and strategies for Cleaner Fuels include… {mention only a few examples} 14 14

15. 7. Descriptors and Strategies for Public Transport Planning and Travel Demand Management
(1) Fast and reliable transport services
(2) Developed mass transport network
(3) Higher PT mode share
(4) Formalized/improved PT terminals
(5) Rationalized PT routes
(6) Operational BRT in urban areas
(7) Converted transport organizations to cooperatives
(8) Rationalized truck routes
(9) Reduced number of low-occupancy vehicles
(a) Transport modernization (thru financing) for PUV’s [1]
 (b) Promoting mass transport to policy makers [1,2,3,5,6,7]
 (c) PT network integration [1,2,3,4,5,6]
 (d) Promote use of PT over private transport [1,2,3,6]
 (e) Promote high-occupancy vehicles [9]
 (f) Promote park-and-ride facilities [3,4,5,9]
 (g) Assess spatial & temporal dimension of truck flows [8]
 (h) Capacity building for PT sector [1,4,5,7]
Descriptors and strategies for Public Transport Planning and Travel Demand Management include…{mention only a few examples} 15 15

16. 8. Descriptors and Strategies for Non-Motorized Transport
(1) Walkable cities
(2) Dedicated routes for NMTs
(3) Available parking spaces for NMVs in public places
(4) Rationalized NMT PT
(a) Promote walking as a utilitarian mode [1,2]
(b) Promote cycling as a utilitarian mode [2,3]
(c) Develop NMT facilities [1,2,3]
(d) Assess NMT PT services [4]
Descriptors and strategies for Non-Motorized Transport include…{mention only a few examples} 16 16

17. 9. Descriptors and Strategies for Environment and People Friendly Infrastructure Development
(1) People friendly cities
(2) Inclusive transport services and facilities
(3) Green transport infrastructure and vehicles
(4) Safe streets and roads
(a) Improve, enhance enforcement of traffic rules and regulations [1,4]
(b) Incorporate green architecture principles in the design of transportation infrastructure [1,3,4]
(c) Incorporate “inclusive transport” principles in transportation infrastructure and vehicle design [1,2,4]
(d) Promote effective accessibility and efficient mobility for all (elderly, children, women, persons with disabilities, poor) [1,2,3,4]
(e) Promote the use of green fuels or energy sources for vehicles [1,3] 
Descriptors and strategies for Environment and People Friendly Infrastructure Development include…{mention only a few examples} 17 17

18. 10. Descriptors and Strategies for Land Use Planning
(1) Compatible land uses/compatibility of land uses and transport for safe & orderly communities
(2) Compact urban development
(3) Adequate access to services
(4) Sufficient transport infrastructure facilities/support
(5) Proactive land use policies and planning guidelines
(a) Designation of vehicle free zones [1,2,5]
(b) Implementation of traffic calming strategies [1]
(c) Promote mixed use development [2,5]
(d) Promote efficient use of idle lands [1,2,5]
(e) Integration of EST in CLUP/CDP and other planning guidelines [5]
(f) Capability building on integration of land use and transport policies [5]
(g) Participatory process in stakeholder consultation [5] 
Descriptors and strategies for Land Use Planning include…{mention only a few examples}
CIVITAS: City-Vitality-Sustainability 18 18

19. 11. Descriptors and Strategies for Road Safety
SAFER VEHICLES
(1) Vehicles conforming to safety standards
SAFER ROADS
2) Planning and design of roads with high regard for road safety
(3) Improvement of hazardous locations (no black spots)
(4) Nation aware of costs due to accidents
EFFECTIVE ROAD SAFETY MANAGEMENT
(5) Existence of a road safety coordinating body
(6) Existence of accurate road accident database
(7) Budget allocated for road safety enhancement
(a) Develop a comprehensive inspection and maintenance program for all vehicles (1)
(b) Motor vehicle inspection system program (MVIS program) [1]
(c) Road safety audit [2,3]
(d) Highway Engineering manuals and standards for road safety [2,3]
(e) Implementation and funding of blackspot program [3,13]
(f) Research on accident costs [4]
(g) Clear designation and empowerment of a national body serving as coordinator/manager for road safety [5]
(h) Road accident database system (including TARAS, MMARAS, and health sector data collection system) [6,13,15]
Descriptors and strategies for Road Safety include…{mention only a few examples} 19 19

20. 11. Descriptors and Strategies for Road Safety (Cont.)
(8) Research support
(9) Involvement of private sector and community
EFFECTIVE ROAD SAFETY SUPPORT SYSTEM
(10) Promulgation of laws that enhance road safety
(11) Strict enforcement for road safety
(12) Presence of quick and reliable emergency road accident victim assistance
SAFER ROAD USERS
(13) Citizens free from road accidents
(14) “Road safety” culture among citizens
(i) Road safety research center [8]
(j) Road safety forum/ workshops/ conferences [8,9,13]
(k) Harmonization traffic laws [10]
(l) Capability building on road safety at the LGU level [11]
(m) Establish traffic courts [10, 11]
(n) Traffic discipline zones (TDZ) [11, 13]
(o) Capability-building on emergency response system for LGUs [12]
(p) Trauma units in tertiary hospitals [12]
(q) Road safety education program for vulnerable users (children, etc.)
(r) Integration of road safety education in curriculum
(s) Improved driver licensing / driver training system 20 20

21. The DOTC green transport strategy highlights the current programs and projects of the Department that are related to EST. These include initiatives pertaining to motor vehicle inspection and maintenance, emission reduction, mass transport, road traffic safety, alternative fuels, carbon reduction and EST advocacy. 21 21

22. Road Transport Services
ROAD TRANSPORT SUB-SECTOR LOGICAL FRAMEWORK
Sector MFO
Road Transport Services
Sector Goal
Access to Environmentally Sustainable Road Transport
Sector Outcomes
Integrated, efficient, effective, safe ,secure and environmentally sustainable road transport systems
Roadside Pollution Logical Framework
Transport Planning Logical Framework
Road Traffic Safety Logical Framework
SVPCF Logical Framework
Activities
Public Health and Social Equity Logical Framework
Advocacy and Awareness Logical Framework
The green transport strategy is incorporated in the Department’s strategic planning and is particularly evident in the logical framework of the road transport sub-sector logical framework. The logical framework takes into account the cluster categories of the EST thematic areas.
CIVITAS
[CIty-VITAlity-Sustainability] 22 22

23. An overall strategy is proposed, incorporating the long list developed and the DOTC green transport strategy. In the overall strategy, the essential components for mainstreaming EST are emphasized. These include capacity building for all levels of government, institutional measures, infrastructure, mobility and accessibility, partnerships, technologies, and the empowerment of communities. The last element recognizes the need to involve a broad spectrum of stakeholders from different sectors. Their contribution to the formulation and implementation of EST initiatives are critical especially as ownership of plans and programs is a necessary ingredient for success. 23 23

24. CHANGE

25. C – Capacity building including institutional strengthening for mainstreaming EST at the local and national level

26. H – Harmonization of programs and projects of public and private sector

27. A- Advocacy to encourage LGUs to mainstream EST

28. N – Incentives for LGUs, public sector, etc
N – Incentives for LGUs, public sector, etc including fiscal and non fiscal grants

29. G – Green transport policy formulation and implementation

30. E – Empowerment of communities

31. How do we support the plans and programs?
Resources
Challenge:
How do we support the plans and programs?
Use the Special Vehicle Pollution Control Fund (SVPCF)
Derived from the Motor Vehicle User’s Charge
One of 4 trust funds. Others are:
Special Road Support Fund
Special Local Road Fund
Special Road Safety Fund  can be used for RS
The 3 other funds are under the DPWH while SVPCF is under DOTC
How do we support the plans and programs that will be developed in the context of the national EST strategy? The Department will and is already using the Special Vehicle Pollution Control Fund (SVPCF) to support EST projects. The SVPCF is one of 4 funds derived from the Motor Vehicle Users Charge (MVUC), which includes a Special Road Safety Fund that can also be used to support EST projects focusing on safety. 31 31

32. Resources Example of SVPCF Projects:
VEHICLE INSPECTION and MAINTENANCE
Planning Support Capacity Building for DOTC and LTO on the Implementation of a Phil Nationwide Motor Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Program (NMVIMP) – $ 320K
Development of CLRV Standards : $ 65K
LOW POLLUTION AND LOW CARBON TRANSPORT SYSTEM
Public Transport Network Development Plan for Mega Manila and Other Key Cities
Development of Mega Manila Public Transportation Planning Support System (MMPTPSS) : $ 575K
Development of Public Transportation Strategic Plan for Metro Cebu : $ 745K
Capacity Building of Personnel Including Institutional Strengthening for EST (CBEST) : $ 65K
Center for Research in EST (CREST) : $ 320K
Examples of projects supported by the SVPCF include the following… {please read from the slide}
With the National EST Strategy finalized within the year and the necessary resources in place, the DOTC strongly believes that we, together with the various stakeholders, realize a future vision of sustainable development with EST as one of its main pillars. 32 32

33. National EST Strategy Web Portal http://www.ncts.upd.edu.ph/est
The First Draft, Inception Report and other pertinent materials on EST are available in the EST Web Portal hosted by the National Center for Transportation Studies of the University of the Philippines. 33 33

34. End of presentation Thank you for your attention.
Thank you for you attention and we welcome your comments and questions regarding the national EST strategy formulation. 34 34