Environment
Flooding sparks clash over infrastructure and climate impact
A growing debate over the causes of severe flooding in Metro Manila has prompted the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to urge for “science-based” evaluations, amid conflicting claims and ongoing urban development projects.
Over 8,000 barangays prone to landslides, flooding
The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) has identified 8,170 barangays nationwide as prone to rain-induced landslides and flooding due to Tropical Depression Crising, expected to affect the country from 16 to 19 July.
SM Group pushes unified corporate drive to cut plastic waste
The SM Group is ramping up its environmental initiatives with a consolidated effort to reduce plastic waste across its commercial and corporate operations, aligning with the country's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act of 2022.
P&A Grant Thornton launches first sustainability report
P&A Grant Thornton has released its inaugural sustainability report, signaling a strategic move from compliance-focused operations to values-based leadership in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.
DENR cited for Model Climate Governance in Asia-Pacific
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has earned the Stakeholder Engagement of the Year for the Environment award at the GovMedia Conference & Awards 2025 for its flagship initiative, Project TRANSFORM.
