DENR, LGUs told to focus on climate change mitigation
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources must come up with plans to enhance local efforts to mitigate climate change, according to President Marcos, who had described the problem as “the most pressing existential challenge of our time.”.....»»
Young voters care about climate change. Politicians don t
Young people want action on climate change but research shows Indonesia's political class isn't listening. Climate change matters a lot to young Indonesians. Several national surveys show that Generation Z and Millennials are concerned about the impact of climate change on their lives. Politicians, however, appear to be ignoring the issue if their pu.....»»
Satellite tech vital in maritime security, disaster mitigation
Officials of the Philippine Navy, National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources agreed that space-based technology, such as satellites, have been vital in strengthening maritime security and disaster mitigation in the country......»»
SRA allots P66-M fund for El Niño mitigation measures
SRA allots P66-M fund for El Niño mitigation measures.....»»
Philippine calls for stronger action on climate change
Trade Secretary Alfredo Pascual has called for stronger sustainable trade and development initiatives to address climate change during the second ministerial meeting of the Coalition of Trade Ministers on Climate on the sidelines of the 13th World Trade Organization ministerial conference in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates......»»
Marcos Jr. urges developed states to rectify climate injustice
Developed countries should do more and act immediately to rectify climate “injustice,” President Marcos said yesterday, as he called for a multilateral approach to pushing back climate change......»»
Job insecurity, climate change pose challenges in Philippines human development – UNDP
The lack of job security and the high exposure to climate and disaster risks are seen as challenges to the country’s economic growth and human development, making it necessary to make investments in climate resilience and education, according to the United Nations Development Program......»»
Climate talk: Marcos s contradictory policies on reclamation, energy, mining
AS ALL eyes are on the COP28 conference in Dubai, reports in the country continue to highlight climate change and environmental concerns; in the process exposing the Marcos administration's policy directions on climate issues as inconsistent, even contradictory.Timely reports on reclamation, energy, and mining flag the problems that persist. Media coverage reveal that the Marcos administration's policy direction.....»»
Climate talk: Marcos s contradictory policies on reclamation, energy, mining
AS ALL eyes are on the COP28 conference in Dubai, reports in the country continue to highlight climate change and environmental concerns; in the process exposing the Marcos administration's policy directions on climate issues as inconsistent, even contradictory.Timely reports on reclamation, energy, and mining flag the problems that persist. Media coverage reveal that the Marcos administration's policy direction.....»»
DENR stops operation of Chocolate Hills resort
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) issued a cease and desist order (CDO) against the controversial Chocolate Hills resort operating in a protected area in Bohol province. DENR Undersecretary for Field Operations Juan Miguel Cuna said the CDO was issued on March 14, putting Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort under close monitoring.....»»
Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes
Congressman Leo Rodriguez strongly encourages the leadership of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to investigate mining and quarrying activities in the province of Catanduanes. Despite the Provincial Board’s withdrawal of their resolution allowing small-scale carbon mining, the congressman hints at the authorities due to the lack of action on his complaints. According […] The post Legislator Urges DENR to Investigate Mining and Quarrying Activities in Catanduanes appeared first on Bicol Peryodiko......»»
DSWD-Davao raises child feeding budget to P21
The Department of Social Welfare and Development-Davao Region (DSWD-Davao) has increased its budget for the Supplementary Feeding Program to P21 per child, up from the previous P15 allocation. Kyla Denise T. Pamat, a nutritionist dietician at DSWD-Davao, shared in a radio interview on Davao City Disaster Radio (DCDR) on January 26, 2024, that the enhancement is a result of a budget insertion in 2023. The 13th cycle targets 122,400 children in Davao Region, with five local government units (LGUs) already initiating the feeding program, while others are in the procurement process. The program focuses on children aged two to four in child development centers and supervised neighborhood places, providing hot meals (rice and viand) for 80 days and alternative meals (pancake, nutribun, and fruit salad) for 40 days during the 120 feeding days. Additionally, selected LGUs with a prevalent number of underweight children receive milk feeding for the entire duration. The 12th cycle showed an 82.27 percent improvement in the weight of underweight children, reducing their number from 4,567 to 784 after the 120 feeding days. Pamat highlighted its alignment with Republic Act 11037, also known as the Masustansyang Pagkain Para sa Batang Pilipino Act, and encouraged LGUs, communities, and parents to support the program for continuous improvement......»»
Samal resort gets notice of violation over hawksbill turtle hatchlings
The Department of Natural Resources-Davao Region (DENR-Davao) has issued a notice of violation to Isla Reta Beach Resort in Samal for the illegal possession of hawksbill turtle hatchlings. The resort violated Republic Act 9147, which prohibits the exploitation of wildlife resources and their habitats. The law strictly prohibits collecting, hunting, or possessing wildlife or their by-products, with penalties including imprisonment and fines. In response to the notice, the resort's owner must release the turtle hatchlings within a day, or face legal action. Despite the resort's intention to care for and release the hatchlings after six months, DENR-Davao found 130 hatchlings inside styro boxes and emphasized the critical importance of immediately releasing them to ensure their survival. The Philippines recognizes five sea turtle species, with hawksbill and leatherback classified as critically endangered. DENR-Davao encourages individuals to report wildlife sightings and pledges to conduct public awareness campaigns for wildlife conservation. Isla Reta Beach Resort faced criticism for unauthorized plans to raise the hatchlings......»»
Youth participation key to addressing climate change issues
Youth participation key to addressing climate change issues.....»»
Climate change to affect 26M Filipino students — child rights group
“Governments must protect the rights of every child, especially boys and girls living in countries that have contributed least to this problem but are enduring the most dangerous floods, storms, and heat." The post Climate change to affect 26M Filipino students — child rights group appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Study says since 1979 climate change has made heat waves last longer, spike hotter, hurt more people
Climate change is making giant heat waves crawl slower across the globe and they are baking more people for a longer time with higher temperatures over larger areas, a new study finds. Since 1979, global heat waves are moving 20% more slowly — meaning more people stay hot longer — and they are happening 67%.....»»
ACEN gets higher rating for climate change report
Ayala-owned ACEN Corp. has secured a “B” rating from environmental non-profit disclosure system CDP for its climate change disclosure, moving two levels up from last year’s rating......»»
Marcos pushes Philippines-Australia partnership on climate change
President Marcos yesterday urged Australia to work with the Philippines on clean and renewable energy and measures aimed at addressing the effects of climate change that place food security and people’s livelihood at risk......»»
SWS: Pinoys wary of climate change impact on mental health
Aside from its threat on physical health, climate change is acknowledged by a large majority of Filipinos as having a dangerous impact on mental health......»»
DavSur town bears impact of climate change on tourism, welfare of residents
The tourism industry in the town of Sta. Cruz is significantly impacted by climate change, according to its tourism officer, Julius Paner......»»
Spring came early: February likely warmest on record amid climate change
While data has not been finalized, three scientists say that February is on track to have the highest global average temperature ever recorded for that month, thanks to climate change and the El Nino.....»»