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‘Historic’ | World Court reinforces environmental protection as State obligation

In the ruling, the World Court said that the climate change treaties set forth binding obligations for State parties to ensure environmental protection. Among these treaties are the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC), the Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement. In the Philippines, all these legally-binding treaties are ratified, therefore, the government is responsible for failure to uphold the much needed environmental protection.

Dominic Gutoman | Jul 25, 2025

Feeding the Philippines quietly: The overlooked power of municipal catch

Fishing families consistently rank among the poorest in the Philippines. Where meat is not accessible, gleaned shellfish and variable catches under “Others” offer a vital bridge: diverse, accessible, and nutritionally relevant, as shown in data from the Philippine Statistics Authority.

Mavic Conde | Jul 23, 2025

Residents sound alarm over dredging operations in Ilocos Sur

“They said that it’s for flood mitigation, but why are they dredging the offshore area and not the shallow part of the Banaoang River instead? The ships are scaring the fish away. What’s worse, some of the island’s coast has already eroded."

Bulatlat Contributors | Jul 18, 2025

As more solar farms rise, Ilocos Norte community fears worsening climate impacts

For years, residents of Barangay Paguludan-Salindeg in Currimao town have endured the impacts of solar energy projects in their community, including extreme heat and worsening flooding. These issues began with the construction of solar power plants by Mirae Asia Energy Corp. in 2016 and intensified when Nuevo Solar Energy Corp. started operating in 2023. Both power plants have a combined capacity of 85 megawatt.

Chantal Eco | Jul 4, 2025

LNG plant project in Lanao del Norte discontinued following groups’ opposition

“The people of Kauswagan are already suffering from the existing GNPower Kauswagan coal-fired power plant, which affects their livelihood from fishing, their health, and causes pollution in the area.”

Franck Dick Rosete | Jun 23, 2025

Should Habagat woes be part of BFAR’s disaster aid?

Though Habagat’s seasonal pattern is predictable, its impact on municipal fishers remains overlooked.

Mavic Conde | Jun 18, 2025

UN urged to investigate Manila Bay ‘destructive’ seabed quarry projects

At least 10 seabed quarrying projects are approved for utilization of marine sediment in Manila Bay, which Pamalakaya said, will be used for various reclamation projects in Manila Bay.

Dominic Gutoman | Jun 18, 2025

Climate activists criticize continued financing of fossil fuel amid ‘energy transition’

Climate activists said that Japan and ADB’s continued financing of fossil fuel infrastructure, particularly fossil gas, under the banner of “transition” or “bridge” fuels falls short of what the climate crisis demands.

Mavic Conde | Jun 12, 2025

Residents mark 10 years of resistance against coal power plant in Atimonan, Quezon

“Quezon’s impacted communities and their supporters have spoken: we want a sustainable energy future, not coal or gas. Already, Meralco is facing much controversy for its skyrocketing electricity rates, unreliable services, and anticonsumer contracts,” said Gerry Arances, Convenor of national consumer group Power for People Coalition.

Dominic Gutoman | Jun 5, 2025

Indigenous peoples group demands gov’t action after severe flooding in Maguindanao provinces

“This moment demands transparent governance and bold leadership, not empty promises. Corruption, delay, and disinterest are crimes in the face of disaster. Act now!”

Franck Dick Rosete | Jun 2, 2025

Groups concerned over ex-energy chief as new environment secretary

The two-time energy secretary is the architect of the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001, which paved the way for the privatization of the entire supply chain of the power sector, and later on served as president of the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corporation, the office responsible for overseeing the privatization of the government's assets in the power sector, especially the National Power Corporation.

Ritche Salgado | May 28, 2025

ASEAN leaders urged to prioritize modern, interconnected power grid

“The transition to green energy must not undermine consumers' welfare and interests."

Mavic Conde | May 27, 2025

Network condemns more Kaliwa Dam funding, demands cancellation

“BBM said we should protect against climate change, yet he's the one adding to it now.”

Daniela Mauricio | May 23, 2025

On the nature and dispersion of heated and radioactively-polluted effluent from an activated Bataan Nuclear Power Plant

Not enough attention has been given to the important fact that the normal operation of the plant would extract large volumes of seawater coolant, heat and radioactively pollute it and release it back into the littoral environment.

Agham National | May 21, 2025

Are protected areas really protected? | Gaps in reclamation policies surrounding Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park

The creation of contradicting laws between institutions with overarching responsibilities and objectives shows how private interests creep in the development of public policy, effectively making its implementation so confusing that the safeguards in the law virtually become ineffective.

Bulatlat Contributors | May 6, 2025

Fishers reel from the adverse impacts of Manila Bay reclamation projects

“We are already feeling the effects of reclamation, such as widespread and prolonged flooding every time there's a storm, and the loss of our livelihoods."

Dominic Gutoman | May 4, 2025

On mangrove earth-balling: Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should

Our oceans are changing due to climate change. Destroying the remaining mangrove forests in Manila Bay will only increase the vulnerability of coastal communities, particularly those of marginalized fisherfolk and urban poor.

Agham National | Apr 24, 2025

Ilocos Norte Offshore Wind Farm threatens livelihood of fisherfolk livelihood and marine ecosystems – group

PAMALAKAYA cited the proposed 50-meter no-sail zone around each wind turbine as a major concern, warning that it would severely restrict access to traditional fishing areas.

Daniela Mauricio | Apr 22, 2025

Trump tariffs make green energy transition more urgent – think tank

“Nobody likes unnecessary risks, including businessmen. However, uncertainty will also affect ordinary consumers, whose economic activity is essential for the country's growth."

Mavic Conde | Apr 15, 2025

Cebu environmental leader on NTF-ELCAC ‘watchlist’ fears for safety

Giovanni Gabuli, who chairs the environmental group Pundok Sagop Kalikopan and works with the Bacay Fisherfolk Association, has long advocated against harmful reclamation projects affecting local communities.

Maverick Avila | Apr 8, 2025

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