Caritas Philippines calls for help in underserved communities in wake of typhoon
As of December 20, at least 375 people have been reported killed following the devastation of super typhoon Odette
As of December 20, at least 375 people have been reported killed following the devastation of super typhoon Odette
More than a hundred people are believed to have died due to the typhoon while more than 1.8 million others were affected by its impact
“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.