The Climate Change Commission, led by Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje, presents the National Adaptation Plan to the Province of Romblon, led by Governor Trina Firmalo-Fabic. Municipal officials witness the turnover, including Magdiwang Mayor Noel Joseph Marin Machon; Romblon Mayor Gard Montojo; and representatives of Cajidiocan Mayor Marvin "Greggy" R. Ramos.

MAGDIWANG, ROMBLON —The Climate Change Commission (CCC), led by Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje, met with Romblon Governor Trina Alejandra Q. Firmalo-Fabic to exchange best practices and strengthen the province’s climate action plan.

The meeting underscored the importance of technical assistance and capacity-building support to enhance Romblon’s resilience and readiness against the impacts of climate change, particularly in the face of increasing climate risks.

Borje expressed the Commission’s appreciation for the opportunity to support the provincial government, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening local climate action efforts.

"Our team at the Climate Change Commission is always ready and willing to provide technical assistance and capacity-building support to advance the climate action of the province."

In line with this, the CCC presented the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) as a framework to help align and anchor the province’s climate initiatives toward a long-term, strategic, and localized approach to climate resilience.

The NAP, developed under the leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., serves as a national instrument that guides efforts across all levels of governance to address climate risks and reduce the country’s vulnerabilities to climate change impacts.

Borje emphasized the importance of aligning local initiatives with national strategies, stating, "Through the National Adaptation Plan, we aim to ensure that no community is left behind in building resilience and effective adaptation programs. By strengthening coordination across all levels of governance, we can deliver climate solutions that are responsive to local needs while anchored on a clear, long-term national direction."

Through the NAP, local government units and communities are supported in identifying appropriate climate actions, strengthening adaptive capacities, and building resilience to safeguard lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems from the impacts of climate change.

The CCC remains committed to supporting local government units in strengthening their mitigation and adaptation programs to ensure climate-resilient communities.

For more information on the CCC’s climate mainstreaming programs and partnerships, visit www.climate.gov.ph and www.facebook.com/CCCPhl.