The National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP) on Wednesday voiced its dismay over the “weak developments” at the climate summit
The plea comes in response to the release of a new text for the Global Stocktake (GST) on the eve of the conference's last day
Galicha welcomed the Philippines’ bid to host the Loss and Damage Fund Board but warned it requires “robust inclusive climate governance”
Mark Saludes - December 7, 2023
The actions in the Philippines and globally emphasize the need for "system change to prevent catastrophic climate change."
"The destruction of the environment is not only a personal sin but also a structural one, posing a severe threat to all human beings"
It is also important to recognize and continuously help and assert their rights to good food, the right to land, affordable housing, and social services
Western Visayas is the most affected region with P687.7 million ($12.3M) in agricultural damage, followed by Mimaropa, Cagayan Valley, Ilocos, Calabarzon, and Zamboanga peninsula.
Attacks against environmental defenders “who selflessly dedicate their lives to protecting our environment is a flagrant assault on us all”.
Bolinget said the incidents underscored the security threats they faced, making it urgent for the court to consider their plea
According to the Department of Energy in the Philippines, over 400 hydropower projects have been awarded, with the majority being dam-based