A Philippine prelate urges Church, local leaders, and communities in Mindoro to unite for a just, faith-driven renewable transition
The school hopes that the “partnerships and other environmental initiatives,” will fulfill its “role of being a steward of Mother Earth.”
The bishops called on the public to support the program and work together for a “just energy transition that respects our common home”
The piecemeal and problematic implementation of the Renewable Energy Law is blocking clean and cheap energy for millions of Filipinos
Church leaders described it as “a pro-people and pro-environment act" of the province
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