Leaders from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the European Union (EU) called for stronger regional cooperation and faster implementation of sustainability initiatives amid ongoing energy and economic pressures across Southeast Asia. The call was made during the ASEAN-EU...
Plastic has become a staple of convenience and modern living. According to Science Advances, global plastic production surged from 2 million metric tons in 1950 to 380 million metric tons by 2015. Of the 8.3 billion metric tons generated during that era, approximately half was produced in just the...
At a time when climate anxieties can feel both distant and overwhelming, the Manila Bulletin Sustainability Forum offered something more grounded on April 30, 2026—a sense of direction shaped by shared responsibility. Held at the Dr. Robert C. Sy Grand Ballroom of the University of Santo Tomas,...
“There’s no place like home” is more than a familiar phrase—it reflects a growing tension between development and responsibility. In the Philippines, where infrastructure expansion continues at a rapid pace, that tension is visible in the intersection of urban growth, environmental risk,...
Sustina, a women-led media and strategy non-profit based in the Philippines, was awarded the Climate Culture Journalism Innovation Grant by climateXchange, presented by Syli UK and the World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) at the Digital Media Awards in Manila Hotel on April 28, 2026....
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso on Thursday, April 30, outlined his administration’s push for sustainable development, highlighting expanded healthcare services, improved education, job creation, and inclusive programs as key achievements. Speaking at the Manila Bulletin...
Eighty families in the City of Mati now have safer homes and renewed opportunities after Globe, Ayala Foundation, Inc. (AFI) and Makati Development Corporation (MDC) turned over shelter kits to residents displaced by earthquakes and fires. The initiative helped families secure stable living spaces...
In a unified effort to support environmental protection, disaster resilience, and future community livelihood, Shincheonji Volunteers (SCJ Volunteers) Manila led the multi-sector “Go Green, Grow Together” tree planting drive along the riverside in Barandal, Barangay Sta. Ana, San Mateo, Rizal,...
Okada Manila has released its 2025 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, detailing measurable progress across its Okada Green Heart program—including the elimination of up to 2 million plastic bottles annually and the recovery of over 9,000 meals for communities—marking a...
Brother Philippines celebrates its 25th anniversary in the country, marking a significant milestone defined by innovation, creativity, and unwavering support for Filipino entrepreneurs and consumers. Since entering the Philippine market in 2000, the company has grown from a modest operation into a...
As Starbucks Philippines marks its annual Global Month of Good, it highlights a familiar idea: that businesses can play a role in helping communities. This year’s campaign encourages people to take part through small, everyday actions. The message is simple—anyone can contribute. But it also...
The signs of environmental strain are no longer distant warnings but present realities. The Philippines, given its geography and vulnerability, feels these pressures in increasingly tangible ways. These are precarious times that call for more than awareness, requiring a shift in how we live and...
