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EO 79 Flashcards

1
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What year was Executive Order No. 79 signed into law?

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2012

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Who was the President of the Philippines when Executive Order No. 79 was issued?

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Benigno S. Aquino III

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What government department is primarily responsible for enforcing environmental standards in mining?

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Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

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Name one type of area where mining applications are not allowed according to EO 79.

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Protected areas, prime agricultural lands, tourism development areas, island ecosystems, etc.

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What is the primary legislation that guides the Philippine mining sector?

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Republic Act No. 7942 or the Philippine Mining Act of 1995

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What is the main goal of declaring certain areas as mineral reservations under EO 79?

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To ensure the development of strategic industries

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Which constitutional article emphasizes the State’s duty to protect and advance a balanced and healthful ecology?

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Section 16, Article II

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According to EO 79, what must small-scale mining comply with?

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Republic Act No. 7076 (People’s Small-Scale Mining Act of 1991)

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EO 79 mandates the creation of what council to oversee mining reforms?

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Mining Industry Coordinating Council (MICC)

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What is the main purpose of the “Competitive Public Bidding” system in granting mining rights?

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To ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest

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What section of EO 79 mandates the DENR to establish a centralized database for mining?

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Section 15

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Which Republic Act recognizes the rights of indigenous peoples over their ancestral lands?

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Republic Act No. 8371 (Indigenous Peoples Rights Act - IPRA)

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Under EO 79, what must be strictly followed by all mining contracts approved before the order?

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They must comply with the terms and conditions, and relevant laws

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Which government agency is tasked with submitting a national program for value-adding activities in mining?

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Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

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What is prohibited in small-scale mining, particularly related to metals?

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Mercury

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What does FPIC stand for, as required in mining projects affecting indigenous peoples?

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Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC)

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Which department is co-chairing the Mining Industry Coordinating Council (MICC)?

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Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Cluster & Economic Development Cluster

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Which body is responsible for conducting the review of the performance of existing mining operations?

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A multi-stakeholder team led by the DENR

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Name one type of map that must be included in the integrated map system.

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Mining tenement maps, geo-hazard maps, ancestral domain maps, etc.

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What specific document needs to be studied and potentially adopted under the Programmatic Environmental Impact Assessment (PEIA)?

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Programmatic Environmental Impact Assessment (PEIA)

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In which section of EO 79 is the prohibition of new mineral agreements pending new legislation outlined?

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Section 4

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What legal framework must small-scale mining activities comply with?

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Republic Act No. 7076 (People’s Small-Scale Mining Act of 1991)

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What is one key objective of the Environmental Impact Statement System (EIS)?

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To assess the environmental impact of proposed projects

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What is the role of the Provincial/City Mining Regulatory Boards (P/CMRB) under EO 79?

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To regulate small-scale mining activities

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What is required before any MPSA or FTAA can be approved under EO 79?

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Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC)

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18
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Name the law that governs small-scale mining in the Philippines.

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Republic Act No. 7076

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18
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Which department is directed to work with the DENR to develop downstream industries for the mining sector?

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Department of Science and Technology (DOST)

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18
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What is the primary function of the one-stop shop mandated by EO 79?

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To consolidate all mining-related applications and processes

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18
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What is the main task of the Task Force Against Illegal Mining created under EO 79?

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To ensure strict enforcement of laws against illegal mining

19
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Under EO 79, how are abandoned ores and metals in mine tailings handled?

A

They belong to the State and are to be developed through public bidding

20
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What type of mining projects does EO 79 ensure are subject to competitive bidding?

A

Areas with known and verified mineral resources and reserves

21
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What section of the 1987 Constitution relates to equitable distribution of opportunities in mining?

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Section 1, Article XII

22
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Which law provides LGUs the authority to protect and co-manage the environment?

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Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991)

23
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What system is mandated to include mining tenement maps and other critical environmental data?

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Integrated Map System

23
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What happens to the rights to valuable metals in mill tailings after mining contracts expire?

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They automatically belong to the State

24
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What document must be produced within 60 days from EO 79’s effectivity?

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A work plan for implementing the Order

24
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How often is compliance of mining contracts with EO 79’s requirements reviewed?

A

Periodically

25
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What year was the Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation Cluster’s Joint Resolution that influenced EO 79 signed?

A

2012

25
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Who determines the areas where mining is prohibited under EO 79?

A

DENR, using mapping technologies

26
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Name one environmental law that EO 79 references as part of its framework.

A

The Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System (PEISS)

27
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What section of EO 79 outlines the disposition of abandoned ores?

A

Section 7

27
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What mineral commodities are prohibited from being extracted through small-scale mining except for certain metals?

A

Gold, silver, and chromite

28
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Which government agency is tasked with improving data collection related to mining activities?

A

DENR

28
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What agency leads the Mining Industry Coordinating Council (MICC)?

A

DENR and co-chairs of Climate Change and Economic Development Clusters

28
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What is the goal of the Wealth Accounting and Valuation of Ecosystem Services (WAVES)?

A

To track and assess the environmental costs and benefits of mineral resource utilization

28
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Under EO 79, how is transparency in the mining sector improved?

A

By joining the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI)

29
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What provision of EO 79 allows for renegotiation of existing mining contracts?

A

Through mutually acceptable terms between the government and the contractor

29
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What section of EO 79 addresses the regulation of small-scale mining activities?

A

Section 11

30
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Under EO 79, what happens to mining agreements approved before the order if they violate environmental laws?

A

Appropriate action will be taken against violators

31
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What is the main purpose of the centralized database for the mining sector under EO 79?

A

To make mining-related data publicly accessible

31
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Under EO 79, what is required before mining rights are granted through competitive bidding?

A

Social acceptability of the proposed project

32
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How does EO 79 propose to enhance the role of LGUs in mining activities?

A

By ensuring their ordinances comply with national law

32
Q

What specific government unit is tasked with ensuring LGU ordinances conform to national mining laws?

A

Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)

33
Q

What specific type of mining area must small-scale mining operations be confined to, as per EO 79?

A

Minahang Bayan (People’s Small-Scale Mining Areas)

34
Q

Which government department is involved in creating value-adding activities for minerals?

A

Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

34
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Name one department that must coordinate with the DENR to ensure transparency in the mining industry.

A

Department of Finance (DOF)

35
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What metals are allowed to be extracted under small-scale mining according to EO 79?

A

Gold, silver, chromite

36
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What is the role of the Environmental Management Bureau under EO 79?

A

To assess and monitor environmental impacts through PEIA

37
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What section of EO 79 provides for the creation of a one-stop shop for mining applications?

A

Section 13

38
Q

What is the penalty for small-scale miners using mercury under EO 79?

A

Strict prohibition with penalties

39
Q

Which specific task force is mandated to combat illegal mining under EO 79?

A

Task Force Against Illegal Mining

39
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What is the timeline for operationalizing Provincial/City Mining Regulatory Boards according to EO 79?

A

Within three (3) months from the effectivity of EO 79

40
Q

What is the overarching framework for mining activities outlined in EO 79?

A

Responsible mining

41
Q

What must be fully obtained before mining contracts involving indigenous peoples can proceed?

A

Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC)

41
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What is the key document required to verify mineral deposits in EO 79?

A

Authority to verify mineral deposits

42
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What major legislation mandates that LGUs have a share in the proceeds from national wealth utilization?

A

Republic Act No. 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991)

43
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What department is responsible for leading the centralized data initiative for mining?

A

DENR

44
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What agency is primarily responsible for managing mine tailings under EO 79?

A

Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB)

45
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What law provides the legal framework for people’s small-scale mining?

A

Republic Act No. 7076

46
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Who is responsible for ensuring that social acceptability is secured for new mining projects?

A

The mining company or project proponent

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