The Philippines Finally Found Genius Solution to Its Invasive Plant Problem in the Pasig River

Added: 2026-05-05

[00:00:00]These are the image of the passive river full of floating highest sands. These plants aren't just eyes. There are two big problems here. First, these plants spread fast. So fast that it would form mats that block sunlight and drain oxygen from the water. As a result of this, fish and other aquatic life in the river are dying.

[00:00:27]Second, it causes clogging on important waterways and drainage system. This ultimately results in flooding in urban areas. However, the Philippine government may have found a way to turn this problem into something useful.

[00:00:44]They'll collect these plants and convert them into coal. Then it will be distributed to the local government. And with oil prices so high, this could actually be singing in these lies.