President Bill Clinton Earth Day Interview: Smart Advice for Mayor Hagedron

President Bill Clinton speaks about the American issues in ecology and economy related to his green initiatives. While the US is leading in developing solutions for difficult environmental issues, Clinton's interview can be a lesson to undeveloped regions. The US has developed many great things, but in the rush to become more modern and advanced the environment suffered. This situation is seen time and time again all around the world. President Clinton is joining his former vice-president Al Gore in promoting environmental awareness. In Palawan, there is an opportunity to learn from the US and not lose out on the opportunity to develop in an environmentally responsible manner.

Bill Clinton's description of green buildings is an example of what can be done right from the beginning. Building in an environmentally responsible manner, from lighting, insulation and basic materials, is an important issue to address. The development of Eco-tourism in Palawan can use modern ecologically friendly building standards. Here is an opportunity not only to created better buildings and less impact on the environment, to lead in showing eco-tourists what can be done. Some will actually prefer and enjoy the experience of ecologically responsible building design and construction.

In Puorto Princesa City, Mayor Hagerdron has promoted electric tricycles as a main form of transportation. President Clinton mentioned his use of a hybrid minivan. Here the two leaders clearly see their ability to promote more responsible use of green transportation. Clinton worries about the state of battery technology, and his concern is important. But his concern is a good one. The shift to hybrid and electric vehicles is going to push for better technical and operational solutions. By using batteries instead of gasoline and diesel, battery designers and recycling operators an incentive to find innovative solutions.