Ecological Crossroads

Submerging ASEAN Metropolises: The Future of Human Settlements

As Typhoon Kristine relentlessly pounds the Philippines, flooding the streets of Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, and other major cities, we are once again reminded...

15 Years After Ondoy: Lessons in Disaster Rehabilitation, Governance, and Climate Resilience

Fifteen years have passed since Tropical Storm Ondoy (international name: Ketsana) unleashed unprecedented devastation across Metro Manila and other parts of Luzon, exposing vulnerabilities...

Summarizing the 2024 “Summit for the Future”: Key Themes and Implications for the Philippines

The United Nations' 2024 "Summit for the Future," held during the UN General Assembly in New York, addressed urgent global challenges, particularly climate change,...

Toledo Residents Protest Aboitiz Power’s Coal Plant Expansion

Toledo City, Cebu – Over 70 residents from Barangays Bato, Awihao, and Daanlungsod braved the rain and police surveillance to protest the planned expansion...

Senate probe on M/T Terranova oil spill set on August 13

By: Nino Aclan “THE Senate inquiry on the massive oil spill caused by the ill-fated M/T Terranova will push through on August 13.” This was announced...

Towards Building Mangrove Ecosystems

By: Ike Seneres Many scientists have concluded that mangrove forests could become strong buffers to counter storm surges and rising sea levels, but with a...

Updates on the Manila Bay Oil Spill Crisis: Impact on Cavite, Bataan, and Batangas Coastal Communities

The recent oil spill in Manila Bay has escalated into a severe environmental disaster, impacting local communities, marine ecosystems, and the economy. The incident...

Bilateral Diplomacy on Shared Ecology is Superior to an Arms Race

In a world increasingly fraught with geopolitical tensions, the recent developments in the West Philippine Sea highlight a crucial decision point for the Philippines....

Climate impact worsening in Southeast Asia; PH among most affected

The impact of climate change in Southeast Asia is expected to worsen, which will affect the wider adoption of clean energy in the region,...