Mining association says Berong Nickel complied with tree-removal regulations

THE Chamber of Mines of the Philippines (COMP) said on Tuesday that tree-cutting performed in Palawan by Berong Nickel Corp. was compliant with environmental rules. In a statement, COMP Chairman Michael Toledo said the company observed the rule requiring the planting of 100 seedlings for every naturally-growing tree affected by authorized mining activities. “Naturally growing […]