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Environment: Waste-to-energy: The answer to the garbage problem?

Thousands of years ago, the disciples were astonished to witness Jesus Christ walking on water, a miracle documented by Matthew (14:22-23). However, what was once deemed a miraculous event may no longer be viewed as extraordinary, as humans can now literally traverse water. With vast amounts of garbage floating on the surface, anyone can achieve this feat without the risk of sinking.

Environment: New drug source against antibiotic resistance found in mangrove leaves

Filipino researchers exploring new antibiotics have identified a component derived from the leaves of a mangrove species found in coastal ecosystems. A research team...

Environment | From waste to usage: Chitosan from discarded crustaceans could provide biodegradable products

A material derived from the shells of crustaceans has the potential to offer a plentiful and eco-friendly alternative to numerous plastics around the world. ...

Environment: The power from the sun’s rays

The energy from the sun is free. At night, people pay for electricity so they can have light. So why not harvest the power...

Environment: Land sinking threatens Davao, other major cities

Sea level rise, characterized by the increasing average height of the oceans, is a significant consequence of climate change. However, another largely overlooked factor...

ENVIRONMENT: The looming water crisis in Davao City

Water plays an important role in the Holy Bible. When God created the world, water was mentioned. “Now the earth was formless and empty,...
Only a handful of forests like this can be found in the country.

ENVIRONMENT: Mindanao fast losing its forest cover

Three provinces in Mindanao were among the list of the top 5 provinces in the Philippines which have lost most of their forest cover...

ENVIRONMENT: A safer refuge for marine turtles and birds

This incident happened seven years ago. To those who live in barangay Daliao in Toril, Davao City, it was just another day. ...

ENVIRONMENT: Urbanites can extend their lives by growing trees

Ever since the dawn of time, trees have provided human beings with two necessities for survival: food and oxygen. Trees that border backyards, parks, streets...

ENVIRONMENT: Will our coral reefs soon be gone?

The banca moves gracefully through the morning light, navigating the stunning and vibrant coral gardens that encircle Samal island in the northern region of...