EDITORS DESK For many, living more sustainably can feel like a daunting, even overwhelming, task. With constant news about the climate crisis and an avalanche of tips on what to do (and what not to do), it’s easy to feel stuck before you even begin. But this is exactly why starting your own...
EDITORS DESK I QAir recently released its 7th annual World Air Quality Report on March 11, shedding light on the most polluted countries and areas in 2024. The findings highlight concerning trends in global air pollution, with most regions failing to meet recommended air quality standards. The...
EDITORS DESK It’s been making headlines: We have officially surpassed the 1.5°C limit set by the 2015 Paris Agreement. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), 2024 is now the warmest year on record, with global temperatures reaching approximately 1.55°C above pre-industrial...
Nandy Villar Too often, families see their hard-earned savings wiped out by steep hospital bills when a loved one falls ill—sometimes even resorting to borrowing from relatives just to cover expenses. Meanwhile, healthcare costs have also surged dramatically, with inflation averaging at...
EDITORS DESK The secondhand fashion market, driven by the push for sustainability, is finally taking its rightful place in the spotlight, gaining momentum over the past few years. It has grown so significantly that it is now shaping the future of fashion. As reported by the World...
EDITORS DESK 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...
EDITORS DESK The call for climate action has never been more urgent. As the Manila Bulletin conducted its 3rd Sustainability Forum, held last Nov. 19 and 20, 2024 at the University of the Philippines in Quezon City, it was clear that sustainability is not just a buzzword—it is a mission that...
EDITORS DESK Five years ago, the Manila Bulletin unveiled a design refresh of its print edition for its 120th anniversary — a milestone transformation that took almost two years to complete. The masthead underwent a major makeover, stripping away most of its elements and featuring only the...
EDITORS DESK The term “greenwashing” has become increasingly common in today’s climate discussions. So much so that recent reports suggest businesses are using it as a tool to mislead consumers, turning it into a form of marketing wordplay. A quick online search for greenwashing yields an...
EDITORS DESK Discussions around climate change, sustainability initiatives, and energy transition have become central to modern discourse. Governments, private companies, and educational institutions worldwide are leading efforts to keep these topics at the forefront of our collective...
EDITORS DESK In an era marked by heat waves, super typhoons, and rising sea levels—all realities Filipinos faced in the first half of 2024 alone—the urgent need to address the root causes of these issues is clear. The World Risk Index 2023, a report by Bündnis Entwicklung Hilft in partnership...
EDITORS DESK With the onslaught of Super Typhoon Carina on July 24, we witnessed enormous floods, persistent downpours, and challenging rescue operations on news channels and social media. We saw people stranded on top of a bus along Araneta Avenue, several barges colliding with the Caruncho Bridge...
