“Makati City, Philippines - An Electric Jeepney (E-Jeepney), the first public transport system of its kind in Southeast Asia, coasts along Ayala Avenue in the Philippines’ financial capital of Makati City. The jeepneys - electric-powered version of the Philippine icon which traces its roots to the US Willy’s jeep - were launched by GRIPP (Green Renewable Independent Power Producer), Greenpeace, and the Makati City Government. The Electric Jeepneys, part of an innovative project led by GRIPP, are meant to steer clear of the use of fossil fuels to help mitigate climate change, even as they address urban problems such as air pollution and solid waste.”

But what can you say about

bringing E-Jeepneys to U.P.?

I think that it would be very nice and intelligent if the government does so. Gradually shifting from this old, worn-out, noisy, polluting IKOTs, TOKIs, etc. would be better off for U.P., its students, and the environment.

And as for the drivers, the government should make a program for them to later on own the E-Jeepneys with a “rent-to-own” program with matching education about the benefits of the E-Jeepney. In the end, everyone would be happy, don’t you think?

Christina Aguilera took center stage, as she wowed thousands of fans last night,  July 6, 2007, at the Bonifacio Global City Open Field for the most-anticipated SOLD-OUT show this year: Christina Aguilera: Back to Basics Live in Manila.

“Christina Aguilera’s Back to Basics Live in Manila is another Live Concert Series of MTV Philippines and Globe. Co-presented by Nokia, Rexona Teens “All Fun. No Stink” and McDonalds “Open 24 Hours.” With the participation of Conway’s only at Makati Shangri-La, GMA 7 and Fashion Fever Barbie. Special thanks to Armvet Commercial Press and Odyssey Music and Video. Media partners are Philippine Daily Inquirer, Jam 88.3, Wave 89.1, Magic 89.9, RX 93.1, 99.5 HIT FM and Heart 103.5. Watch MTV on SkyCable Channel 57 and log on to www.mtvphil.com.”

*Photos By: Jayvee Chun