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    Climate vulnerable nations could get insured for $10 million a year each -research

    Wealthy nations could provide 100 of the world's most vulnerable countries a combined $25 billion in annual protection against climate disasters for as little as $10 million per nation, research published on Tuesday showed.

    Steadily lower plastics waste seen over five years

    The countdown has begun for plastics-producing companies to demonstrate by the end of the year the steady recovery and diversion of at least 20 percent of their 2022 plastic footprint as mandated by the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Act.

    Eastern Samar foists possible closure versus mining companies in Homonhon

    The administration of Eastern Samar Gov. Ben Evardone on Tuesday warned mining companies operating in the  Homonhon Island to settle tens of millions of tax obligations to local government units and ensure environmental conservation of the historically-important island or face possible closure.

    Pilipinas Shell earns golden arrows citation from ICD

    Shell Pilipinas Corporation (SPC) received two golden arrows from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) in late September this year in recognition of a...

    Japan tops OSA with a separate P357-million grant for disaster preparedness

    Japan has ramped up relations with Manila with the grant aid of 957 million yen or P357 million in local currency to help the Philippines recover faster from calamities that visit its shores often.

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