The coconut tree, often dubbed the "tree of life," has long been celebrated for its versatility and countless uses. From its stems, fruit, and even its leaves, this tree offers various practical applications. Even the coconut shell, commonly discarded as waste, has found a new purpose in the world...
Are your post-holiday items just sitting idly in your home? If so, recycling them is an impactful way to kick-start 2024 with a commitment to saving the planet. In an eye-opening projection for 2045, the Commission on Audit anticipates an annual solid waste production of 24.50 million metric...
This year's climate negotiations centered on the inaugural Global Stocktake (GST), a five-yearly review assessing progress toward Paris Agreement goals. Leading up to the 28th Conference of Parties to the United Nations Framework on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai, the technical phase of the GST...
While the world slept, the largest iceberg, A23a (four times the size of New York City), began drifting away from Antarctica. Although the breaking off of icebergs is a "natural" cycle, it is happening at an alarming rate, posing a threat with the potential for dire consequences due to rising sea...
The greatest gift that we can offer the Earth is our commitment to saving it. This doesn't require monumental efforts lest we overwhelm ourselves; rather, it can be achieved step by step, one by one, by altering our lifestyles to become more Earth-friendly. The Filipino habit of buying items...
As the echoes of the 28th Conference of Parties of the UN Convention on Climate Change (COP 28) fade, I find myself contemplating the essence of genuine civil society involvement in the realms of nature, climate, and governance. This introspection stems from my organization's inaugural...
The Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) is home to several indigenous communities residing at altitudes of nearly 2,000 meters. Despite the economic challenges brought about by its terrain, the region boasts a sustainable landscape with a unique culture. In recent years, however, global economic...
State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has tapped an internationally-acclaimed Filipino climate scientist and diplomat to provide expert advice on policy guidelines and targets for managing environmental and social risk, footprint, and governance as well as to conduct capacity...
Accomplished champions of CSR, from left: Singapore Minister for Social & Family Development and AMRDPE Chair Masagos Zulkifli (1st) and ASEAN Secretary-General Dr. Kao Kim Hourn (4th) hand the ASEAN RDPELA recognition to Davao Light, represented by Reputation Enhancement Department Head Fermin...
The power of a proper education is all-encompassing in that it doesn’t only change the life of the individual but also those of the family, the community, and, in a wider sense, the nation. This is the reason why one of the advocacies of the Aboitiz Power Corporation (AboitizPower), through its...
During the holiday shopping frenzy that fills department stores, it's essential to remember the paradox of the Christmas season: a cold holiday breeze amid a warming planet. Recognizing that the festive shopping rush significantly contributes to climate change, it's crucial to adopt a sustainable...
Can you travel and be sustainable at the same time? Yes, it seems, as Explora Ahora invites you to uncover the beauty of the Philippines, the sustainable way. Recently launched, Explora Ahora is a travel company with a mission to introduce to the world genuine Philippine adventures...
