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After just a few months, the long-anticipated La Niña weather pattern has officially ended, according to scientists from the United States’ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). La Niña, the cooler phase of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) cycle, finally arrived in December 2024—months later than expected—and concluded by MarchContinue Reading
Kabasalan, Zamboanga Sibugay — In the quiet rhythm of the tides, fishermen in this coastal town steer their boats through the mangrove-lined waters, hauling in oysters and red grouper—life teeming where once there was none. Just a few decades ago, these waters were empty, devastated by rampant mangrove deforestation. WithContinue Reading
Birds have long been one of the most closely observed creatures—studied by scientists and admired by millions of birdwatchers. But despite our fascination with these feathered marvels, a five-year genetic study has completely rewritten what we thought we knew about their evolutionary history. The research, conducted by an international teamContinue Reading
The Institute for Climate and Sustainable Cities (ICSC) and the provincial government of Bohol have officially partnered to advance climate action and energy transition efforts in the province. The commitment was solidified through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by ICSC Executive Director Angelo Kairos dela Cruz and Bohol GovernorContinue Reading
The clock is ticking. To keep our planet habitable, we must peak global carbon emissions by 2025 and cut them in half by 2030. The task is daunting, but the solution is clear: we need to triple renewable energy and massively scale up investment—up to $5.7 trillion per year byContinue Reading
Tiny plastic particles are infiltrating every corner of the planet—crawling up food chains, swirling in the oceans, settling onto mountaintops, and even accumulating inside our bodies. But beyond the alarming presence of microplastics everywhere, a new and unexpected danger is emerging: they may be supercharging bacteria to become resistant toContinue Reading
Guiuan, Eastern Samar, is taking a bold step toward sustainable energy with the installation of a 60-kilowatt-peak (kWp) On-Grid Hybrid Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System. In a turnover ceremony on February 27 at the Guiuan Municipal Hall grounds, local officials, community leaders, and climate advocates came together to celebrate the signingContinue Reading
