OPINION | Digital interventions vs climate change [Thinking Beyond Politics By Felix M. Vitangcol] READ:
This might seem erratic to many of us, but the Department of Science and Technology’s Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration , says we should not be surprised. Most of their climate models, they say, suggest that La Niña is likely to continue through the months of March, April, and May, despite the warm and dry season that has started this month.
The Philippines is one of the countries most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Tragically, Filipinos still have a low awareness and understanding of the dangers and consequences of climate change. Planting trees is perhaps the most conventional nature-based solution. It is a relatively inexpensive way of tackling climate change and its environmental side effects. In addition to their natural carbon sink capabilities, trees help prevent soil erosion and provide clean air, shade, and shelter. Forest products such as wood are also essential in the economy’s infrastructure development.
Digital technologies are now being harnessed not just to champion environmental stewardship but also in implementing environment, social, and governance initiatives. Several companies have linked their tree-planting advocacies to actual trees being planted and monitored. Sites that need reforestation and scaling of tree-related sustainability programs are efficiently identified and prioritized.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
PCGG: Tax cases vs Marcoses settled long ago - BusinessWorld OnlineTHE FAMILY of the late dictator Ferdinand E. Marcos still owes the government billions of pesos in estate and income taxes, according to the agency tasked to recover ill-gotten wealth of Mr. Marcos and his cronies, as it debunked a claim that the tax case was still under litigation.
Read more »
Cargo transport company wins tax case vs BIR - BusinessWorld OnlineTHE Court of Tax Appeals granted the appeal of a cargo transportation company to set aside its deficiency taxes for the calendar year 2009. READ:
Read more »
Philippines ranks 101st in global citizenship list - BusinessWorld OnlineBusinessWorld: The most trusted source of Philippine business news and analysis
Read more »
Manila fifth most expensive city in ASEAN in terms of premium office space occupancy costs - BusinessWorld OnlineManila fifth most expensive city in ASEAN in terms of premium office space occupancy costs READ:
Read more »
DMCI Homes to develop project in Tandang Sora - BusinessWorld OnlineDMCI Project Developers, Inc. (DMCI Homes) is developing a new condominium project in Quezon City. READ:
Read more »
The quest for truth saddens Marcos camp - BusinessWorld Online“While presidential candidate Bongbong Marcos is calling for unity, we are saddened by the men and women of the Catholic [Church] who are doing the exact opposite and have abused the pulpit, allowing it to become a platform for hateful and negative campaigning.
Read more »