Tacloban City Adopts 4-Day Workweek to Conserve Energy Amid El Niño
Tacloban City will implement a four-day compressed workweek for most government offices starting November 3 to conserve energy in anticipation of El Niño's effects. The move aims to reduce electricity consumption and environmental impact from commuting.
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