The Climate Change Commission conducts a climate briefing seminar to present the latest scientific findings on climate change and its impacts on the Philippine situation.

MANILA, Philippines – In commemoration of the 17th Global Warming and Climate Change Consciousness Week, the Climate Change Commission (CCC) held the Climate Briefing 2024, which gathered climate experts, policymakers, and key stakeholders to discuss urgent climate issues and the country’s strategic actions for a climate-resilient future.

The briefing highlighted the CCC’s policies focusing on the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and Nationally Determined Contribution Implementation Plan (NDCIP). These frameworks integrate climate adaptation and mitigation strategies into national and local policies.

“They are comprehensive roadmaps designed with every sector in mind. From local government units to civil society, from the private sector to vulnerable communities, the NAP and NDCIP provide clear guidance on how we can collectively address climate challenges,” said Secretary Robert E.A. Borje, CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director.

The discussion also highlighted climate reports from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) and the Philippine Climate Change Assessment (PhilCCA) Report Cycle II by the Oscar M. Lopez (OML) Center for Climate Resilient Communities.

Dr. Rodel D. Lasco, Executive Director of the OML Center, emphasized the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. “This generation is experiencing more frequent and intense extreme weather events, with noticeable changes in temperature, rainfall patterns, tropical cyclones, and sea level rise,” he stated.

Dr. John A. Manalo, Weather Specialist at PAGASA, described how human activities drive these changes. “The weather patterns we experience are largely caused by human activities, including the impacts of El Niño and intensified tropical cyclones. These contribute significantly to the broader phenomenon of climate change, which underscores the urgent need for climate action,” he said.

The briefing emphasized the urgent need to address climate vulnerabilities. Policymakers and communities were encouraged to use the findings to drive local action and build resilience across sectors.

Secretary Borje urged the media and stakeholders to simplify technical data for wider reach and broader public understanding. "By presenting this information in layman’s terms, we can drive climate action, enhance public awareness, and empower communities to take proactive steps against climate change," he stated.
The briefing brought together participants from various sectors, including students from the Philippine Women’s University, media, government agencies, private sector leaders, and civil society organizations.

The CCC remains committed to using the latest science to inform its efforts in building a resilient and sustainable future for the Philippines.

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