As of December 20, at least 375 people have been reported killed following the devastation of super typhoon Odette
“Nations and capitalists that are most responsible for the climate crisis must rectify their years of inaction. Our government must demand reparations and climate justice,” she said.
Tagkawayan Mayor Carlo Eleazar on December 13 signed Executive Order 67 promoting renewable energy projects “in a timeline compatible and aligned with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goals.”
The church leaders said the decision of the provincial government to allow the coal extraction project “is a ticking time bomb” to communities and the environment.
“Extreme laws must be used against huge corporations and industries that plunder our environment and bring suffering and death to the communities. Not on the people
Philippine diocese renews fight against coal, quarrying, and harmful energy projects, urging ecological justice for poor communities
Faith leaders called for moral climate action, urging justice-driven solutions and accountability from nations and fossil fuel industries
Nickel mining in the Philippines worsens climate risks and fuels human rights abuses, leaving vulnerable communities to bear the cost
The new policy undermines the moratorium’s gains, which had encouraged Philippine banks to restrict coal financing and back renewable energy
In the province of Romblon, community leaders decried the continued mining activities on Sibuyan Island, known as the Galapagos of Asia for its rich biodiversity