Environment: Waling-waling: The disappearing queen of Philippine orchids
During our high school years, we were informed that the sampaguita (scientific name: Jasminum sambac) is recognized as the national flower of the Philippines....
Environment: Harnessing renewable energy for a brighter tomorrow
The Philippines continues to depend significantly on fossil fuels, In 2023, fossil fuels accounted for 78% of electricity generation. However, the government intends to mitigate this dependence by utilizing the country’s abundant renewable energy resources to lessen its dependence on imported fossil fuels.
Environment | Great thirst: The water-rich Philippines grappling with water scarcity
Water is essential for life on Earth. At birth, humans consist of about 70–80% water. It is thought that life began in water, underscoring...
Environment: Endangered marine turtles given attention
Whenever I read the online edition of the Philippine Daily Inquirer, I typically seek out compelling environmental stories.
Last January 20, I eagerly engaged with...
Environment: Is water crisis looming in Davao City?
Water holds significant importance in the Holy Bible. At the time of creation, water was referenced. Genesis 1:2 states, “Now the earth was formless...
Environment: Finally, bicycles have come of age
“My two favorite things in life are libraries and bicycles. They both move people forward without wasting anything.” – Peter Golkin
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Bicycles are human powered...
Environment: How to save giant clams from extinction
December 25 is regarded as the most joyous day of the year, as the majority of Filipinos commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ. However,...
ENVIRONMENT: Study shows Philippine eagles continue to display considerable diversity of maternal lineages
The collection of captive Philippine eagles – including both rescued individuals and those bred in captivity – of the Philippine Eagle Foundation (PEF) continues...
Environment | Balutakay slopes: Controlling soil erosion, mitigating floods, and maintaining farm productivity
During the first National Soil Health Summit in 2023, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. admitted that about 75 percent of the country’s “total crop...
Environment: Balutakay slopes: Controlling soil erosion, mitigating floods, and maintaining farm productivity
During a seminar conducted in Balutakay, Bansalan, Davao del Sur, the invited lecturer – Allan B. Ampoloquio – inquired of the participants regarding the...