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South Cotabato, Philippines – Scientists and environmental experts have embarked on a groundbreaking research to identify and propagate plants and trees capable of thriving in metal-rich areas—a vital step in ensuring environmental protection in mining zones. The Mines and Geosciences Bureau-12 (MGB-12) has partnered with the University of Mindanao (UM)Continue Reading
Scientists have found that more than 800 tonnes of natural hydrogen are seeping out of the ground every year at a site in the Philippines. This “exceptionally high” outgassing, happening at the Nagsasa seep in the Zambales region, just over 100km from Manila, suggests that millions of tonnes of hydrogen could be trappedContinue Reading
The Philippines’ energy transition goals face a formidable obstacle: persistent financing challenges, particularly in the renewable energy sector, according to the Department of Energy (DOE). “If the financial requirements or the financial resources were there, we can go as the sky is the limit as far as renewable energy isContinue Reading
Bohol, the Philippines’ first UNESCO Global Geopark, is leading the way in harnessing clean energy to support its flourishing tourism industry. It turned to harnessing solar energy to meet the growing demand for infrastructure and energy. In 2023, Bohol experienced a staggering 313% surge in visitors, reinforcing its reputation asContinue Reading
A weak La Niña climate pattern has finally emerged in the Pacific Ocean, arriving months later than anticipated. This development brings the potential for disruptive weather patterns worldwide—raising risks of drought in some regions and intensifying rains in others—even as it temporarily cools global average temperatures. The phenomenon, part ofContinue Reading
The increasing pace of global rising sea levels, driven by melting ice sheets and warming oceans, is putting some of the world’s most iconic cities at risk of submersion. By 2050, major urban centers like Amsterdam, Miami, and others could face catastrophic flooding if climate change remains unchecked, according toContinue Reading
Residents captured an 18-foot crocodile along the coast of Barangay Kiniktal in Languyan, Tawi-Tawi, creating a buzz in the community. This massive reptile is among the largest of its kind ever reported in the Philippines, a country known for its diverse crocodilian population. According to an Unang Balita report onContinue Reading
