The Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA) welcomes the appointment of Secretary Raphael M. Lotilla to lead the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). His deep experience in public policy, sustainable development, and regulatory governance positions him well to continue advancing responsible mining practices and to reinforce the role of the minerals sector in inclusive national growth.
Secretary Lotilla brings to the DENR a legacy of policy leadership grounded in law, sustainability, and public service. His decades-long engagement in energy, environmental reform, and institutional development, across government, academia, and the private sector, reflects a broad and principled approach to navigating complex national priorities. We view his appointment as an opportunity to sustain and deepen the momentum toward a more predictable, science-informed, and investment-ready regulatory environment.
PNIA looks forward to working with Secretary Lotilla in aligning environmental stewardship with the goals of industrial transformation and competitiveness. We remain committed to our shared vision of a modern, accountable, and globally competitive mining industry that generates long-term value for the environment, communities, and the Philippine economy.