Republic of the Philippines

(Republic Act 7611)

PALAWAN COUNCIL FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT STAFF
PCSD

November 8, 2021

MS. KAROL ILAGAN

Editorial Director
Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism
Metro Manila, Philippines

Dear Ms. Ilagan:

Greetings!

In response to your request during our previous meeting, we are providing you herewith the
following documents:

1.SEP Clearance of Rio Tuba Nickel Mining Corporation (RTNMC);

2.ECAN Map of the municipality of Bataraza, Palawan as of 2021; and
3.Relevant biodiversity studies conducted in the area

May we also take this opportunity to reiterate our request to kindly send us a copy of the
interview recording so that this engagement is also documented on our part. Please be assured
that the PCSD and PCSDS will work tirelessly to preserve and enhance the province's natural
resources and endangered environment in order to achieve Palawan's sustainability goals. We
look forward to working with you on more meaningful and impactful partnerships in the
future.

Thank you very much.

Very truly yours,

ATTY. TEODORO JOSE S. MATTA

Executive Director

Vision: Palawan, an innovative and dynamic global center of sustainable development

Mission: PCSDS as the driver of environmental conservation and inclusive development in Palawan,
a biosphere reserve and science-for-sustainability site, guided by the Strategic Environmental Plan

PCSD Building, Sports Complex Road

Santa Monica Heights, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines
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