MANILA – The Philippines and Germany vowed to continue to push for transformative climate and biodiversity action through the Transformative Actions for Climate and Ecological Protection and Development (TRANSCEND) Project — a joint initiative that strengthens climate governance, empowers communities, and protects ecosystems. The Climate Change Commission (CCC) underscored the need to turn climate projects into…
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has reaffirmed his administration’s strong commitment to climate change action. In a recent news release by the Climate Change Commission (CCC), President Marcos emphasized that the annual observance reflects the country’s shared aspiration to build “a climate-resilient and environmentally sound nation.” “As CCC Chairperson, I reaffirm our determination to confront…
The City Government of Laoag, in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), has strengthened its commitment to sustainable, science-driven waste management with the establishment of a Pyrolysis Facility at the Sanitary Landfill in Brgy. Balatong. Representatives from DOST and partner institutions conducted a project visit to the facility today, witnessing firsthand how…
LAL-LO, CAGAYAN — The 1st Regional Citronella Convention held in Lal-lo, Cagayan concluded on a hopeful and inspiring note, bringing together local leaders, scientists, and community members united by one goal — to strengthen the citronella industry in the region. In her heartfelt message, Hon. Maria Olive B. Pascual, Lal-lo Vice Mayor and President of…
CITY OF MALOLOS- The Department of the Interior and Local Government-Bulacan and Provincial Government of Bulacan headed by Governor Daniel R. Fernando intensified the role of barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan officials in the implementation of environmental, peace, and order ordinances in the communities. During the Salinlakas: Panlalawigang Talakayan sa Kalinisan, Kaligtasan at Kapayapaan forum held…
Bayanihan filled the air as Senate Minority Leader Alan Peter Cayetano continued to extend compassion to earthquake-hit communities in Cebu through his Tulong Medikal and Emergency Response Department (ERD) caravan. From October 21 to 23, 2025, Cayetano’s team served 989 residents in quake-hit San Remigio, Medellin, and Tabogon through free services such as stress-debriefing, medical…
On August 19, 2025, the Department of Science and Technology – Northern Mindanao, led by Regional Director Engr. Romela N. Ratilla, officially turned over five (5) Community Empowerment thru Science and Technology (CEST) projects worth ₱3,062,174.00 to the Municipality of Catarman, Camiguin. These projects go beyond tools and equipment—they are investments in resilience, productivity, and…
Local chief executives should assess their disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies to handle increasingly severe weather disturbances caused by climate change. “Kailangan ay gagawin natin ang lahat upang mabigyan ng proteksyon ang ating mga constituent dito sa mga bagong pangyayari,” President Marcos said during the 2025 League of Municipalities of the Philippines (LMP) General Assembly…
In celebration of International Plastic Bag Free Day, environmental NGO BAN Toxics calls on the public to minimize the use of so-called reusable eco-bags made from plastic materials such as polypropylene, polyester, and nylon. The group also emphasizes the need to further promote a culture of reuse. International Plastic Bag Free Day began as a…
QUEZON CITY – The number of dengue cases in the National Capital Region (NCR) has decreased by 16.39 percent, the Metro Manila Center for Health Development (MMCHD) said Tuesday, July 2. The latest data from the Regional Epidemiology Surveillance Unit (RESU) indicates that as of June, a total of 6,531 dengue cases were reported, a…
