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Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas pushes stricter sustainability disclosures for banks in 2027

This move from BSP is aligned with the Securities and Exchange Commission’s disclosure for publicly listed companies.
sustainable cities, urban mobility

Move As One Coalition wins $250,000 grant for fight against Metro Manila traffic

‘A commuter and pedestrian-friendly Philippines is one where streets are designed for people, not just cars.’
Places we protect

Filipino youth coalition files for ‘High Seas Marine Reservations for Future Generations’

The petition calls on the Philippine government to propose the South China Sea as a Marine Protected Area under the BBNJ Treaty.
Places we protect

Filipino environmentalists petition South China Sea to be protected under BBNJ Treaty

The area encompass some of the most biodiverse marine ecosystems, including the Coral Triangle which is home to 76% of all known coral species.
Innovation & Impact

Pasig City to build floating parks with $1 million Bloomberg grant

‘Hope Floats’ will utilize Metro Manila’s central river network to create open spaces for community engagement.
Taking out the trash

Explainer: How will the Binaliw landfill collapse affect policies on solid waste and incineration?

The Cebu landfill collapse reignites discussions around the Solid Waste Act on its 25th anniversary.
Big money

ADB backs Philippine blue economy with USD 500 million loan

Amid anomalous flood control projects and corruption scandals in 2025, Asian Development Bank stressed its continued support for the Philippines.
Energy Transition, Explainer

Explainer: Why is DOE pushing for a waste-to-energy exemption?

Environmental groups caution that waste-to-energy facilities are not zero-waste.
Events

All about The Odette Case, from the Philippines to the UK courtroom

This is the first legal claim linking the climate impact of oil companies to personal injuries caused by extreme weather events.

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