Environment
ADB approves $500M loan for Philippines climate action
The Asian Development Bank has approved a USD500 million policy-based loan to help the Philippines, one of the most disaster risk-prone countries in the world, in its efforts to tackle climate change.
DENR donates P4.6M in materials to typhoon-hit Batanes and Cagayan
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region 2 has donated over 78,000 board feet of lumber, valued at P4.6 million, to support the reconstruction efforts in Batanes and Cagayan provinces, both of which were devastated by recent typhoons.
PH, New Zealand forge stronger ties on climate action
The Philippines and New Zealand have taken a significant step in strengthening their climate change collaboration by signing a joint declaration on 19 November, committing to the goals of the Paris Agreement and the transition to a low-emissions economy.
BSP earns 4-Star sustainability certification for eco-friendly upgrades
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) head office in Manila has earned a prestigious 4-star sustainability certification under the Philippine Green Building Council’s (PhilGBC) “Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence” (BERDE) system.
SM Investments earns Platinum ESG Award for 16th year running
SM Investments Corporation (SM Investments) has once again been recognized for its leadership in sustainability, earning the Platinum Award for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) excellence for the 16th consecutive year at The Asset ESG Awards.
