The ‘Climate and Transport Forum: Sustaining Initiatives for Low Carbon Transport Systems and Services’ will be held in Pasig City. CCC Secretary Robert E.A. Borje and DOTr Secretary Arthur Tugade, Jr. will lead the Forum highlighting the importance of ushering low carbon measures for the transformation of the transport sector.  

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) and the Climate Reality Project Philippines (TCRP) invite the public to watch the second episode of “Stories for A Better Reality,” this Thursday, 23 June 2022, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live, in time for the celebration of the Philippine Environment Month.   The episode, entitled, “Tayo at ang Natatanging Mundo: Sustainable Actions for the Planet” will underscore the importance of sustainable lifestyles and environmental practices that help protect our #OnlyOneEarth.   This will be streamed live via the Facebook pages of the Climate Change Commission (https://www.facebook.com/CCCPhl) and the Climate Reality Project Philippines (https://www.facebook.com/climaterealityphilippines).   The episode will feature youth leaders and sustainability advocates Mr. Prince Jimdel Ventura, 2021 Climate Ambassador of the Global Youth Climate Network and Youth 4 Sustainable Cities Ambassador; and Ms. Dana Marie Perez, CEO and Founder of Sustainability Hero and Content Creator at Sustainable Living by Dana to share their sustainable strategies to protect our planet.

2nd Dushanbe Water Process Dushanbe, Tajikistan June 6-9, 2022

56th Session of the Subsidiary Body for Implementation (Bonn Climate Change Conference) June 6-16, 2022 Bonn, Germany

Stockholm +50 International Meeting June 2-3, 2022 Stockholm, Sweden

The Climate Change Commission (CCC) and the Climate Reality Project Philippines (TCRP) invite the public to watch the first episode of “Stories for A Better Reality,” this Friday, 20 May 2022, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live, in time for the celebration of International Day for Biological Diversity.   The pilot episode, entitled, “Biodiversity and Climate Change: Anong Konek?” will highlight the importance of protecting and restoring biodiversity, and the role of environment in climate change adaptation and mitigation.   This will be streamed live via the Facebook pages of the Climate Change Commission (https://www.facebook.com/CCCPhl) and the Climate Reality Project Philippines (https://www.facebook.com/climaterealityphilippines).   The webisode will feature guests including Jamie Dichavez, Campaign Lead of 30 x 30 Southeast Asia; Abigail Kitma, Chairperson of United Nations Youth Advisory Board; Director Natividad Bernardino from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Biodiversity Management Bureau (DENR-BMB); and Dr. Aimee Lynn Barrion-Dupo from the University of the Philippines-Los Baños.

WHEN: April 22, 2022 (9AM)   WHERE: Zoom video conferencing platform and Facebook Live streamed on Climate Change Commission Facebook Page, The Climate Reality Project Philippines, Wavefarer, National Youth Commission, and Department of Education.   WHY: The Climate Change Commission and The Climate Reality Project Philippines Youth Cluster, with support from the National Youth Commission, Department of Education, Department of Environment of Natural Resources, Kids for Kids, and Wavefarers will launch the stories for the better reality – a series a monthly climate webcast by the youth for the youth. WHO:  CCC Secretary Robert E.A. Borje; TCRP Branch Manager, Nazrin Camille Castro; Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda; DENR Acting Secretary Jim Sampulna; DepEd Disaster Risk and Reduction Management Service Director Ronilda Co; NYC Commissioner Representing Visayas, Christine Joy Cari; TCRP Youth Cluster Coordinator, Danielle Alexandrine Madriaga; Kids for Kids Co-founder Natasha Tanjutco; and Wavefarers Founder and Executive Director Charisse Reganion For confirmation and other concerns, contact the CCC - Information and Knowledge Management Division at [email protected].

WHEN: April 22, 2022 (7AM) WHERE: Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Center, Diliman, Quezon City WHY: The Department of Environment of Natural Resources – Biodiversity and Management Bureau, in collaboration with the ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity, United Nations Development Programme in the Philippines, and the Climate Change Commission, will conduct a tree planting activity entitled, “Pagyabong 2022: An Enrichment Tree Planting Activity. WHO: Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda; Dr. Selva Ramachandran, UNDP Philippines Resident Representative; CCC Secretary Robert E.A. Borje; Department of Foreign Affairs Assistant Secretary Daniel R. Espiritu; ASEAN Centre for Biodiversity Executive Director Dr. Theresa Mundita Lim; and DENR Acting Secretary, Secretary Jim O. Sapulna. For confirmation and other concerns, contact Mr. Ludwig O. Federigan of the Climate Change Commission at l[email protected] or at +63920 972 8220.

The Climate Change Commission is one with our Muslim brothers and sisters in observing the holy month of Ramadan. In a landmark action in 2015, Muslim eco-activists and scientists presented the Islamic Declaration on Global Climate Change - a result of the symposium in Istanbul, Turkey ahead of the UN Conference of Parties (COP21). The historic declaration emphasised the faithful’s role as stewards of creation and called on governments to address the climate crisis. Ramadan Mubarak!

The Climate Change Commission supports the observance of Earth Hour today, March 26, Saturday, 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm. We encourage all Filipinos to join the annual switch-off event to show your commitment to #ShapeOurFuture.

DUCK, COVER, HOLD! Ang Climate Change Commission ay nakikiisa sa Pambansang Sabayang Earthquake Drill o Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill para sa First Quarter ng taong 2022 ngayong araw, Ika-10 ng Marso. Naglalayon ang Earthquake Drill na suriin ang tibay at bisa ng mga plano at panuntunan ng pamahalaan kaugnay sa mga pagkakataon ng lindol at iba pang kaparehong mga emergency.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY MESSAGE Achieving gender equality as we tackle the problem of climate change and disaster risk is one of the greatest global challenges of the 21st century, according to the United Nations. Women are disproportionately more affected by the climate crisis. Yet our women are also effective agents of climate action, with inspiring, innovative, and practical leadership. This International Women's Day, we heed the call for "Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow," by recognizing and celebrating the women who are changemakers for climate adaptation and mitigation, and honoring their contributions to build a gender-responsive and sustainable future for all.

CCC JOINS THE CELEBRATION OF WORLD WILDLIFE DAY The Climate Change Commission (CCC) joins the celebration of World Wildlife Day today. March 3 of each year marks the celebration World Wildlife Day, in support of wild fauna and flora across the world and their role in ecosystems, and serves as a reminder to step up the fight against wildlife crime and human-induced reduction of species. The date also recognizes the day the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) was signed in 1973. This year’s theme, “Recovering key species for ecosystem restoration,” draws attention to the state of endangered and critically endangered wildlife, and to reverse their fate by implementing and supporting conservation and habitat restoration efforts. This aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 1 (No Poverty), 2 (Zero hunger) 12 (Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns), 13 (Climate Action) 14 (Life Below Water) and 15 (Life on Land).

CCC JOINS THE FIRE PREVENTION MONTH OBSERVANCE In observance of the Fire Prevention Month, the Climate Change Commission (CCC) reminds the public to take preventive measures to make our communities and the environment safe from fires. The month of March is declared as the Fire Prevention Month by the virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 115-A.

For its New Year special, The Best of Stories for a Better Normal Part 2 will air this week, focusing on the importance of reducing single-use plastic consumption.   The online conversation, conceptualized and hosted by three-term former Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, will air on Thursday, 6 January 2022, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live at facebook.com/CCCPhl and facebook.com/iamlorenlegarda.   Selected segments from previous episodes and conversations with Czarina Constantino of WWF Philippines from our Episode 29 Uniting Against Single-Use Plastic episode; Marian Ledesma of Greenpeace from our episode 47 Uniting Against Single-Use Plastic episode; and Adeline Almelor from Iriga City, Camarines Sur from our Episode 49 Zero-waste and Innovative Community Pantries episode, will be featured, along with an introduction by Rachel Anne Herrera, CCC Vice Chairperson.

Part 1 of “The Best of Stories for a Better Normal” will be aired this week, focusing on efforts to preserve nature and promote backyard food gardening.   The online conversation, conceptualized and hosted by three-term Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, will air on Thursday, 16 December 2021, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live at facebook.com/CCCPhl and facebook.com/iamlorenlegarda.   The new Vice-Chairperson and Executive Director of the Climate Change Commission, Rachel Anne S. Herrera, will join as co-host.   Highlights from previous episodes and interview clips from Lee Ann Canals-Silayan, Founder of Kaleekasann nursery from our Planting Native Trees episode; Diding Libao of Inang Maria’s Garden from our May Pagkain sa Bakuran episode; and Karen Hizola, Executive Director of Global Seed Savers Philippines from our Saving Seeds and Growing with Nature episode, will be featured.

The 74th episode of “Stories for a Better Normal: Pandemic and Climate Change Pathways” will feature micro- and social enterprises that implement ecological solid waste management and offer eco-friendly alternatives for gift-giving and celebrations this holiday season.   The online conversation, conceptualized and hosted by three-term former Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, will air on Thursday, 09 December 2021, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live at facebook.com/CCCPhl and facebook.com/iamlorenlegarda. Two lucky viewers can win tablets by tuning in throughout the program.   Joining the online conversation are Shine De Castro, Co-Founder of Old Manila Eco Market in Intramuros; Erin Larissa Canto, Project Officer from Wala Usik Economy in Bacolod City and Talisay City, Negros Occidental; and Jade Joquiño, Co-Owner of Darlings’ Milktea in Maasin, Iloilo.

The 73rd episode of “Stories for a Better Normal: Pandemic and Climate Change Pathways,” will feature organizations that undertake efforts to preserve and ensure the sustainability of our cultural heritage amid the pandemic and climate crisis.   The online conversation, conceptualized and hosted by three-term former Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, will air on Thursday, 02 December 2021, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live at facebook.com/CCCPhl and facebook.com/iamlorenlegarda. Two lucky viewers can win tablets by tuning in throughout the program.   Esteemed guests will join the online conversation including Ar. Carmen Bettina Bulaong, Executive Director of Escuela Taller de Filipinas Foundation; Mark Ignacio, a mason graduate of Escuela Taller; and Prof. Eric Zerrudo from Center for Cultural Property and Conservation of Environment in the Tropics.

For its Global Warming and Climate Change Consciousness Week 2021 special episode, the 72nd episode of “Stories for a Better Normal: Pandemic and Climate Change Pathways” will once again feature the Department of Education (DepEd) learners who exemplified outstanding leadership in biodiversity conservation and climate action within their schools and communities.   The online conversation, conceptualized and hosted by three-term former Senator, now Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, will air on Thursday, 25 November 2021, 10:00 AM via Facebook Live at facebook.com/CCCPhl, facebook.com/iamlorenlegarda, and facebook.com/DepartmentOfEducation.PH. This will be part of the official activities for the observance of the 14th Annual Global Warming and Climate Change Consciousness Week and DepEd's 5th National Climate Change Conference (NCCC) with the theme, “Klima ng Kinabukasan, Ating Panglagaan” and "Reinforcing the Youth's Role on Stewardship of Biodiversity for Climate Stability," respectively. Two lucky viewers can win tablets by tuning in throughout the program.   Joining the online conversation are Director Ronilda R. Co of DepEd Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS); Arren Jean J. Jacalan from Tangub City National High School, SDO Tangub City, Region X; Sean Michael G. Endiable from City of San Jose del Monte National Science High School, SDO San Jose Del Monte City, Region III; and Shekinah A. Moreno from Quezon National High School, SDO Bukidnon, Region X to share their biodiversity conservation and climate change advocacies.