Submission of entries is extended until February 15, 2012

The Zero Carbon Resorts - Building Energy Autonomous Resorts Creating Appropriate Technology - project aims to address the concerns on the ever-increasing demand for energy consumption, a large amount of CO₂ emission from the tourism industry in the Philippines, and costs for the companies, by three steps: Reduce energy consumption, Replace inefficient technologies, Redesign buildings and systems. CO₂ neutral resources and green technologies will be implemented in small and medium sized hotels and resorts, and added value will be created through establishing best practice showcases. Also, local production and use of renewable resources will be stimulated, and the capabilities of local engineers, managers, architects, consultants will be improved through a series of training courses.