Gina Lopez

Quick Facts

Full Name	Gina Lopez
Occupation	Environmentalist
Date Of Birth	Dec 27, 1953(1953-12-27)
Age	71
Date Of Death	2019-08-19
Birthplace	Manila
Country	Philippines
Birth City	Metro Manila
Horoscope	Sagittarius

Gina Lopez Biography

Gina Lopez is one of the most popular and richest Environmentalist who was born on December 27, 1953 in Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines. Environmentalist/philanthropist who is recognized for having acted as the chairperson of the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission. She was also director of Philippines’ Department of Environment and Natural Resources.

She was appointed director to the Philippines’ Department of Environment and Natural Resources under the administration of President She was appointed the secretary of the Philippines’ Department of Environment and Natural Resources under President Rodrigo Duterte..

López was portrayed by Paula Peralejo in the 1995 film Eskapo.

She established Bantay Kalikasan, for which she received the 1997 International Public Relations Award of Excellence for the Environment and Outstanding Manilans Award for the Environment, 2009.

Her parents are Eugenio Lopez, Jr. as well as Chita Lopez.

Gina Lopez Net Worth

Gina Lopez is one of the richest Environmentalist from Philippines. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Gina Lopez 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She devoted 20 years of her existence as a yoga teacher and travelled around the globe.

She was awarded the UNESCO Kalinga Award for her involvement in Sineskwela, a program for education. Sineskwela.

Regina Paz “Gina” La’O Lopez (December 27, 1953 – August 19, 2019) was a Filipino environmentalist and philanthropist who served as Secretary of the Philippines’ Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in an ad interim basis under President Rodrigo Duterte. She was previously the Chairperson of the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission under two consecutive administrations. Lopez was also a yoga missionary and a pioneer for corporate social responsibility.

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Who is Gina Lopez Dating?

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Lopez became the first Filipino to be awarded the prestigious Seacology Prize on October 5, 2017 in Berkeley, California. The prize states the Lopez is “someone who has shown exceptional achievement in preserving island environments and culture” and “shown the vision and courage the Seacology Prize is meant to honor. She has fought for the Philippines environment and gave island communities there a voice in the decisions that affect their natural resources and their lives.” She was also cited for establishing the first ever consultations between the government and indigenous groups in the Philippines and for banning open-pit mining.

Facts & Trivia

Gina Ranked on the list of most popular Environmentalist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Philippines. Gina Lopez celebrates birthday on December 27 of every year.

Lopez’s appointment as Environment Secretary was rejected by the Commission on Appointments (CA) in a vote of 8–16 on May 3, 2017 amid issues over her controversial policies and alleged incompetence. She was the second member of President Rodrigo Duterte’s cabinet to be rejected by the Commission on Appointments following former Department of Foreign Affairs Secretary Perfecto Yasay. In a press conference after the announcement of her rejection, Lopez thanked the eight CA members who “voted according to their conscience” and urged the legislators to look after the needs of the poor and not of big businesses. She said “it is unfortunate that business interest have in fact run the day.” She added “if government co-opts to big businesses, then what hope does the poor have? What message are we giving here? If you wanna be confirmed, don’t go against big businesses.”

Top Facts about Gina Lopez

1. Gina Lopez was a Filipino environmentalist and philanthropist.
2. She served as the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in the Philippines.
3. Lopez was known for her advocacy for sustainable development and environmental protection.
4. She founded the ABS-CBN Foundation, which focused on poverty alleviation and environmental conservation.
5. In 2017, she led a crackdown on mining operations in the Philippines.
6. Lopez passed away in August 2019 due to brain cancer at age 65.
7. She received numerous awards for her work, including the prestigious Seacology Prize in 2017.
8. Lopez’s family is known for their business empire that includes media, energy, and property development companies.
9. She was a staunch advocate against coal-fired power plants and supported renewable energy sources like solar power.
10. Her legacy continues through various initiatives under the ABS-CBN Foundation, including Bantay Kalikasan (Nature Watch) program that aims to protect Philippine biodiversity.

What is the cause of death of Gina Lopez?

Brain Cancer

When did Gina Lopez died?

August 19, 2019

What is Gina Lopez fighting for?

On Valentine’s Day back in 1997, Lopez founded the country’s first child protection helpline Bantay Bata 163, which is still used today. But Lopez is perhaps most widely recognised for getting open-pit mining banned in 2016, when she briefly served as environment secretary.

Why did Gina Lopez closed mining?

Lopez ordered the closure of around 26 mining companies during her short stint as environment secretary, citing various violations. Cimatu did not disclose the names of the mining firms, but assured the public that the companies have already corrected lapses.

Is Gina Lopez alive?

August 19, 2019