The bishop said he is still holding on to hope that the country’s justice system “works and cares for those who have less in life”
The groups said WTE projects will “exacerbate the public health and the ecological crisis” caused by climate change and the pandemic.
ishop Gerardo Alminaza of San Carlos urged the local government of Toledo City to “exercise its mandate to secure the safety of its residents” and conduct an immediate probe.
Pro-environment groups described the Philippine government’s decision to lift the nationwide ban on open-pit mining as an “act of cowardice and betrayal” to the people.
As of December 20, at least 375 people have been reported killed following the devastation of super typhoon Odette
The bishop said he is still holding on to hope that the country’s justice system “works and cares for those who have less in life”
The failure of candidates to speak about issues related to the environment “reflects the lack of ambitious plans” in their platforms
The groups said WTE projects will “exacerbate the public health and the ecological crisis” caused by climate change and the pandemic.
The grave disregard of this government toward the welfare of poor communities and the environment will result in many more disasters, especially now that the climate crisis is getting worse.
As of January 17, there were still 228,529 displaced typhoon survivors staying in evacuation centers