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Sustainable Transport starts with Safety
3–5 minutesIloilo City is buzzing with electric vehicles, proving we’re semi-sustainable! Yet, while new rides roll in, safety and infrastructure remain sketchy. Remember: swapping gas for electricity won’t save the planet if our grid still favors coal. We need more walkable paths, safer roads, and cleaner energy, stat!
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The Wins and Losses of Transport in 2025
3–5 minutesIn 2025, Western Visayas saw infrastructure advancements and safety initiatives but faced significant policy and equity challenges. Key events included the inauguration of the Sunset Boulevard, rising crash rates, modernization confusion, and the development of the Western Visayas Road Safety Action Plan.
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The road safety blueprint is out; have your say
3–5 minutesThe draft Western Visayas Road Safety Action Plan (WVRSAP) for 2026-2028 was released before the National Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. It targets reducing road fatalities through a comprehensive approach involving six focus areas, expert consultations, and alignment with regional development priorities. Its success depends on combined efforts from all stakeholders.
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Calle Real: Reimagining The Royal Street for People
3–4 minutesImagine a pedestrian paradise where Calle Real hums with life instead of the usual decay. This visionary proposal seeks to revive Iloilo City’s heart by transforming its heritage street into a vibrant hub, an antidote to nighttime desolation. Let’s rediscover connectivity beyond cars.
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We Need Bold Reforms in Public Transport
3–4 minutesThe public transport crisis is a ticking time bomb. With global fuel prices soaring, strikes proliferate as the system falters under outdated regulations. Urgent reforms—automatic fare adjustments, income restructuring, and decentralized planning are vital. Only then can we salvage our transportation network and avert catastrophic collapse.
Ilonggo Engineer 