ADB declares coal exit in Asia Pacific, but gas remains in play
By Imelda V. Abano MANILA — As the climate crisis bites, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has unveiled its ambitious plan to scrap funding for coal mining and power plants,[…]
U.S. hands over P2.3M in equipment and wildALERT system to PH to protect wildlife
As part of its support to strengthen wildlife law enforcement and protection in the Philippines, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) provided essential equipment and supplies to the[…]
Faith leaders call on institutions to divest from fossil fuel in the Philippines
Faith leaders called on institutions and individuals to pull out from fossil fuel investment in order to shift the world toward a low-carbon future. The clamor was made during the[…]
Partnership for research and conservation gives hope for the Philippine eagle to thrive
For the longest time, proof of Philippine eagles (Pithecophaga jefferyi) inhabiting Pasonanca Natural Park in Zamboanga City relied merely on brief sightings by forest guards or eagle feathers found on[…]
Catholic bishop asks forgiveness for environmental failure of his generation
By Bong Fabe CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY—A leader of the Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines has asked for forgiveness from the present generation and future generations of Filipinos for[…]
PH banks urged to divest coal investments
By John Leo Algo Church leaders and civil society groups urged last week Philippine financial institutions to divest themselves of coal-related investments and instead consider renewable energy projects. “Kita mismo, na[…]