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Philippines remains as Asia’s deadliest country for environment and land defenders
The Global Witness report ranked the Philippines third world’s deadliest country with 29 killings of environmental defenders in 2020.
Aklan provincial government set to approve resolution against SMC’s hydropower plant project
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Aklan is set to deliberate on a draft resolution expressing support to communities opposing the proposed hydropower dam project in Malay town.
Green groups seek probe into corporate giant’s mangrove planting initiatives
Despite their announced noble intentions, it would seem that the mangrove planting activities conducted can actually be detrimental to the environment.
COP26 should not be delayed again
Wherever you stand on the debate between inclusivity and urgency, the one thing we can all agree on is this: fighting for our collective is well worth the risk.
Filipino activists urge UK government to address hurdles or postpone UN climate summit
“The climate summit needs to be inclusive. Voices from the most vulnerable countries need not only be heard; they must be prioritized.”
Pandemic underscores struggles of Philippine urban poor communities without access to clean water
Nearly one in every 5 poor Filipinos do not have access to clean water. As lockdowns hit livelihoods, handwashing is a luxury they can’t afford.
Failing to protect ‘Our Common Home’
Climate convention is supposed to be a key towards establishing a coherent commitment of countries to address environmental degradation. Sadly, it failed again and again.
Faithful told to speak for the environment in the 2022 elections
Let us continue to speak up. The election is coming, let us vote for those politicians who care for the environment and not those who are only interested in their political survival.
Isolated Philippine communities are safe from coronavirus, but not from hunger
The Dumagat tribe in upland Brgy. Puray in Rodriguez, Rizal has remained free from Covid-19 but pandemic lockdowns are hitting them where it hurts the most – their livelihood.
Filipino fisherman and an eco-warrior among 5 winners of Asia’s Nobel Prize
“He is being recognized for his inspiring determination in leading his fellow fisherfolk to revive a dying fishing industry by creating a sustainable marine environment for this generation and generations to come