Rosario, Agusan del Sur — Philsaga Mining Corporation (PMC) is gearing up to celebrate Earth Day under the theme "Planet vs. Plastics." The event, slated for April 22, 2024, aims to raise awareness about environmental issues and foster collective action to safeguard the planet.

Philsaga Mining Corporation and Mindanao Mineral Processing and Refining Corporation joined in celebrating the 122nd Labor Day with the theme "Sa Bagong Pilipinas: Manggagawang Pilipino, Kabalikat at Kasama sa pag-asenso." The companies conducted and facilitated various activities initiated by the Human Resource Department in partnership with the Labor Union, such as the Fun Run Activity, Zumba Dance, Labor Day Hunt, Traditional Games (Laro ng Lahi), Exhibition games in Basketball and Volleyball, and Libring Gupit.

Bayugan 3, Rosario, Agusan del Sur - The Emergency Response Team of the MMPRC (Mindanao Mineral Processing and Refining Corporation) provided assistance in rescue and evacuation operations led by the Bayugan 3 Local Government Unit. The team, which included the Search and Swiftwater Rescue Unit, promptly responded to the LGU's request to evacuate families residing in low-lying areas of the nearby barangay due to flooding caused by continuous heavy rainfall.

A new Tribal Monitoring Station was recently inaugurated in Sitio Nangka, Bunawan, Agusan del Sur, marking a significant step in collaborative environmental stewardship. The event, headed by Hawodon Rolito S. Penaloga, saw the presence of Philsaga Mining Corporation's (PMC) Vice President Engr. Ferdinand A. Cortes and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin B. Castaños, alongside the Municipal Vice Mayor Hon. Gilbert G. Elorde, underscored the importance of partnership.

Led by PMC/MMPRC Vice President Engr. A. Cortes and Resident Manager Engr. Alvin B. Castaños, key stakeholders – including representatives from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Regional Office, Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), Indigenous Peoples groups, local government units (municipal and barangay), the Provincial Government Office, and various non-government organizations – were invited to have a meaningful discussion on the relevant views on the environmental, social and economic impact of the planned expansion. The issues and concerns raised during the Public Scoping will be carefully considered in decision-making, ensuring that mitigation measures, development benefits, and opportunities for affected communities are effectively addressed.

SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR- Members of the Representative of Host and Neighboring Communities (RHNC) have undergone comprehensive Capacity Training organized by the Philsaga Mining Corporation (PMC) and Mindanao Mineral Processing & Refining Corporation (MMPRC) in collaboration with Mines and Geosciences Bureau XIII today, February 27 held at RCBI Hotel, San Francisco, Agusan del Sur.