Environment
Global warming affects gender ratio of sea turtles
June 2, 2024, 7:38 pm
ANKARA – As the rapidly warming planet affects all life on earth, rising nest temperatures are increasing the female sea turtle population, according to a Turkish expert. In an interview with Anadolu, Dogan Sozbilen, a board member of the Sea Turtle Research, Rescue, and Rehabilitation Center… Read More
World Bank Group, IMF deepen joint effort to bolster climate action
June 2, 2024, 8:23 am
ISTANBUL – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group said Friday they deepened joint efforts to bolster climate action. The institutions said it is happening through an enhanced framework to help countries scale up action to confront the threat of climate change. "The… Read More
Climate change and aircraft turbulence: Is there a link?
May 31, 2024, 4:10 pm
ISTANBUL – As the skies get bumpier, many are pointing fingers at a familiar culprit: climate change. The very real dangers of turbulence were seen just last week in the case of a Singapore Airlines flight, which ended up in damage, injuries and even death. Flight SQ321, a Boeing 777-300ER, was… Read More
PH further strengthens preps for UN climate meeting in Germany
May 29, 2024, 9:15 pm
MANILA — The Philippine Delegation (PhilDel) ramped up its series of interagency meetings to further solidify preparations for the 60th Session of Subsidiary Bodies (SB60) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) in Bonn, Germany from June 3 to 13. Drawing from… Read More
Northern Samar eyes UNESCO Global Geopark tag for Biri Rock Formations
May 29, 2024, 5:37 pm
TACLOBAN CITY – The provincial government of Northern Samar is eyeing the UNESCO Global Geopark status for the Biri Rock Formations in the island town of Biri for its "unique geological treasures." The provincial government said in a statement on Wednesday that key officials visited the site… Read More
DPWH plants 344K replacement trees cut due to road projects in Leyte
May 28, 2024, 4:58 pm
PALO, Leyte – Over 344,000 seedlings meant to replace trees cut and uprooted for a road opening and widening project have survived this year in different parts of Leyte province after a three-year care program, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) reported on Tuesday. Forest… Read More
CCC, LGUs ramp up efforts to implement nat’l climate plans
May 27, 2024, 8:27 am
TACLOBAN CITY – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) highlighted the crucial role local government units (LGUs) in the implementation of national climate change mitigation and adaptation plans during the recently held Eastern Visayas Summit on Climate-Resilient Development. Secretary Robert E.A.… Read More
Wild ducks’ population rising in Leyte’s Mahagnao Park
May 22, 2024, 7:40 pm
BURAUEN, Leyte – Preservation efforts have raised the population of wild ducks inside the Mahagnao Volcano Natural Park (MVNP), considered a safe natural habitat for this vulnerable species. Based on their monitoring, the population of this duck increased to 2,000 last year from 1,000 in 2017,… Read More
Antarctic sea ice level reached 'exceptional record lows' in 2023
May 21, 2024, 12:39 pm
LONDON – Record-low levels of sea ice were seen in the Antarctic last year as a result of climate change, scientists confirmed in a report published on Monday. “In 2023, the area of winter Antarctic sea ice fell to the lowest measured since satellite records began in late 1978,” according to… Read More
CCC boosts ties with civil society, pushes for bolder climate action
May 20, 2024, 1:43 pm
MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) has underscored the crucial role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in advancing and supporting the government’s agenda to efficiently address the adverse impacts of climate change. During the Working to Empower Climate Action Network’s (WE… Read More
DENR, Lopez Group collaborate to protect Verde Island Passage
May 16, 2024, 8:33 pm
MANILA – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) together with the First Gen Corporation and ABS CBN Foundation of the Lopez Group, has committed to the conservation, protection, and enhancement of biodiversity and coastal marine resources of the Verde Island Passage (VIP).… Read More
Pangasinan tree-planting activities boosted at onset of rainy season
May 15, 2024, 10:10 pm
MALASIQUI, Pangasinan – Pangasinan Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) is closely working with people’s organizations (POs) and private sector groups to hit its goal to conduct tree-planting activities in 400 hectares (ha) of denuded land this year. Citing projections… Read More
Iloilo City targets to plant 100K trees this year
May 14, 2024, 8:20 pm
ILOILO CITY – The local government here is eyeing to plant around 100,000 trees this year as part of efforts to combat climate change. Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas said the local government will connect with various sectors for the tree-growing efforts. “Climate change is intense. Before,… Read More
Lightning strikes kill 74 people in 38 days
May 10, 2024, 8:02 pm
DHAKA, Bangladesh –At least 74 people, including 35 farmers, were killed by lightning strikes over the last 38 days across Bangladesh until May 8, and experts said climate change impact was the primary reason behind such incidents. During the first eight days of May, 43 people were killed by… Read More
Role of coops in sustainable dev’t, climate resilience highlighted
May 9, 2024, 8:50 pm
DAVAO CITY – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) highlighted the integral function of cooperatives in ushering sustainable development and attaining effective climate action in the country during the 47th General Assembly and 22nd Leaders’ Congress of the National Confederation of Cooperatives… Read More
CCC: Close adaptation finance gaps for transformative climate action
May 9, 2024, 5:26 pm
MANILA – The Philippines has called for the immediate delivery of climate finance commitments and underscored the need to close adaptation finance gaps, including through exploring innovative sources, to support developing nations’ adaptation measures. In a news release on Thursday, the… Read More
Gov't, conglomerates sign deal to protect Verde Island Passage
May 7, 2024, 7:24 pm
MANILA – Government agencies on Tuesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with three big conglomerates in the country for the protection and management of the Verde Island Passage (VIP). The MOU was signed by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Department of… Read More
CCC launches Ocean Month drive for marine ecosystem sustainability
May 6, 2024, 5:38 pm
MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) is launching the Month of the Ocean social media campaign “Dive Deep, Change the Tides” this May. “Climate change greatly affects our oceans, leading to rising sea levels, coral reef degradation, and an increase in severe weather events. These… Read More
Ilocos Norte fortifies defense vs. climate change with mangroves
May 3, 2024, 3:58 pm
LAOAG CITY – Volunteers and government workers planted 800 mangrove propagules in the coastal village of Ablan in Burgos, Ilocos Norte on Friday. Employees of the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), Department of Environment and Natural Resources and Philippine Coast Guard joined the volunteers… Read More
UN chief mobilizes global leaders for climate action by 2025
April 24, 2024, 9:08 pm
UNITED NATIONS – The United Nations unveiled the Climate Promise 2025 initiative on Tuesday, a concerted global effort to prevent temperatures from rising beyond 1.5 degrees Celsius as stipulated in the Paris Agreement. Led by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the UN Development… Read More
