Environmental scientists have raised concerns over a reclamation project that they said would "bury" the remaining marine ecosystems in the central Philippine city of Dumaguete.
Pro-environment groups in the Philippines scored a victory after the country's energy department announced the cancellation of three coal-fired power plant projects on July 2.
The forum probed deeper questions on the energy and development paradigm of the national government and the need for systems change.
The pope said with this new writing he is updating Laudato Si’ to cover current issues.
The group stressed the country’s potential on renewables, pointing out that a diverse mix of resources could meet flexible power requirements
The writ of kalikasan is a legal remedy designed for the protection of one’s constitutional right to a healthy environment.
Environment secretary Antonia Yulo-Loyzaga told reporters that all 22 reclamation projects in Manila are under review and are suspended