Green groups seek probe into corporate giant’s mangrove planting initiatives
Despite their announced noble intentions, it would seem that the mangrove planting activities conducted can actually be detrimental to the environment.
COP26 should not be delayed again
Wherever you stand on the debate between inclusivity and urgency, the one thing we can all agree on is this: fighting for our collective is well worth the risk.
Pandemic underscores struggles of Philippine urban poor communities without access to clean water
Nearly one in every 5 poor Filipinos do not have access to clean water. As lockdowns hit livelihoods, handwashing is a luxury they can’t afford.
Failing to protect ‘Our Common Home’
Climate convention is supposed to be a key towards establishing a coherent commitment of countries to address environmental degradation. Sadly, it failed again and again.
Faithful told to speak for the environment in the 2022 elections
Let us continue to speak up. The election is coming, let us vote for those politicians who care for the environment and not those who are only interested in their political survival.
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Church, green groups demand termination of fossil gas projects in northern Philippines
More than 30 faith-based and civil society organizations and three Catholic bishops have signed a letter urging the fossil gas project proponents and financial institutions to “listen” to the affected communities.
Whispering hope
There is always that hope Filipinos love to whisper, a hope that next year there will be better leaders, that change will indeed come
A 40-day prayer campaign
40 days of prayer lead up to next phase of the Laudato Si’ Action Platform
We are ready: Reflections from Youth4Climate (Part I)
Yet as to be expected, the Youth4Climate event was not without its flaws, some of which are reflective of the realities of climate governance in the Philippines and elsewhere.
Catholic Church in Mindanao submits petition against open-pit mining
The diocese launched a campaign demanding the local government to “stand firm in its duty to ensure the safety, convenience, and well-being of its constituents.”