Book on climate change for Asian kids launched

A book to help children in Asia prepare against disasters caused by climate change has been launched yesterday by Plan International, a development charity group working with communities in 45 countries.

South Asia and the changing climate

Climate change has already deeply affected the economic growth and development of South Asia.

Philippines aims for record Earth Hour campaign

THE Philippines is looking to exceed last year’s record-breaking participation in Earth Hour, a worldwide one-hour power off campaign that aims to mitigate climate change, for this year’s event to be held this Saturday night.

Aid agencies rebuilding communities

THREE months after Typhoon Washi devastated parts of Mindanao, international aid agencies Tuesday said they are now focusing efforts on the “early recovery” of communities affected by the disaster.

Philippine tuna markets ‘in danger’ – Greenpeace

THE Philippines stands to lose its lucrative tuna markets unless it fully embraces sustainable fishing practices, environmental group Greenpeace warned yesterday.

70 percent of water wasted, says DENR

AS the country observed World Water Day yesterday, an environment official said 70 percent of the country’s available water of 160 billion cubic meters per year is wasted or lost.

Global cooperation on climate change needed – lawmakers

PARLIAMENTARIANS from across the globe launched a new network to advocate policies that ensure justice for those affected by climate change.

Filipinos all set for Earth Hour 2012

FILIPINOS are all set to join this year’s Earth Hour campaign against climate change on March 31.

Coastal climate change in spotlight

AN international project which aims to measure the effect of climate change on major coastal cities was launched in Manila last week.

Ledesma’s call vs logging, mining gets support

THE call of Cagayan de Oro’s archbishop for a total log ban and a moratorium on mining got a boost from organizations and religious leaders.

Baguio environment mismanaged says prelate

THE planned earth-balling of some 183 trees to give way to a mall expansion project is “crazy mismanagement,” a bishop said.

Bacolod youth plant mangroves to protect environment

THE Commission on Youth of Bacolod diocese spearheaded a mangrove planting activity in Silay City to protect the environment.

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