Urban trees have long provided essential benefits such as oxygen, cleaner air, and healthier living conditions in cities. Ever since the dawn of time, trees have provided human beings with …
Environment
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Philippine biodiversity is among the richest in the world, yet it is increasingly threatened by deforestation, habitat loss, and human activity. “Most of us find it hard to comprehend the …
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Wetlands conservation is often overlooked because wetlands appear to be muddy lakes or waterlogged forests to those unfamiliar with them. Wetlands are weird. To those who are unfamiliar, it either …
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Bird perches for forest regeneration are emerging as a simple yet effective tool in restoring degraded landscapes. Instead of relying solely on labor-intensive tree planting, scientists and conservationists are working …
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AgricultureEnvironment
Looming food crisis: Climate change poses significant threat to food production
Climate change food production challenges are worsening in the Philippines, as farmers face persistent flooding, drought, and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. (Last of Four Parts) Filipino farmers are particularly vulnerable …
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Microplastics in bangus have become a growing concern as studies show that tiny plastic particles are now entering the marine food chain. These particles, invisible to the naked eye, may …
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(First of Four Parts) Water crisis food production challenges are worsening in the Philippines as water shortages increasingly threaten agriculture, fisheries, and food security. The Philippines is currently facing several …
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EnvironmentHealth
Plastic Pollution Health Risks: Why It Poses a Serious Threat to Humans and the Environment
Plastic pollution health risks are becoming a growing global concern as studies show its harmful effects on human health, ecosystems, and the environment. “We produce around 430 million tons of …
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The water crisis in the Philippines is becoming one of the most urgent environmental threats facing the country today. “Water is the most critical resource issue of our lifetime and …
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Marine turtles extinction has become a serious environmental crisis as hunting, egg poaching, and illegal trade continue to threaten their survival in the Philippines and beyond. “No water, no life. …
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