He said the duty to protect the environment is both an individual and collective responsibility, adding that “when we speak only of rights, we think only of what is due to us.”
The groups expressed alarm over the “increasing detrimental activities” threatening the area, including plans to extract fossil gas
The island is a tourist destination known for its white beaches, dive spots, and marine sanctuary.
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.
“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
“The Verde Island Passage in the Philippines and the Coral Triangle are under siege by massive fossil fuel expansion”
SGP reportedly posted a revenue increase of PhP 205.1 billion in 2024, credited to a 45% rise in offtake volume, reaching 36.3 million megawatt-hours
Consumers carried a symbolic “bill” displaying the true costs of fossil fuel dependence as they marched to the headquarters of Meralco
Gerry Arances, P4P convenor, warned that the deals will make consumers more vulnerable to price fluctuations in fossil fuel markets
The group said Meralco’s contracts now exceed that limit, reaching 51.44% — or nearly 60% when factoring in peak demand