Rey Ilagan

Building momentum for a more sustainable construction sector

The launch of the Holcim Sustainable Construction Academy marks a pivotal moment in the push for greener practices in the built environment.

New era in climate change

It’s official: In 2024, the world breached the 1.5 degree Celsius threshold for global warming, a limit established by the 2015 Paris Agreement. This alarming development was confirmed by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), drawing from analyses by scientists in the US, UK, and EU. Further validation came from the European Commission’s Copernicus Climate Service, the UK Met Office, and Japan’s weather agency.

Unwind in style: your ultimate weekend getaway at The Westin Manila

Welcome to your new urban escape

Arch. Royal Pineda on redefining Filipino identity and inspiring the next generation

Arch. Pineda’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of Filipino identity in design, always aiming for global recognition without losing authenticity

A year of extremes

Google’s “Year in Search 2024” offers a glimpse into the collective consciousness of Filipinos, and this year, the message is clear: The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat. With “heat wave” and “climate change” ranking prominently among the Philippines’ top trending searches, it’s evident that the public is confronting the immediate impacts of global warming.