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The forests of Panay Island, a major Philippine island in the Western Visayas, have been heavily degraded over decades of logging, mining, and slash-and-burn agriculture. Nationwide, only about 3% of old-growth forests remain. Read more >
Jennifer Laude-Salcedo / The Carbon Credits
January 6, 2026
Our heartfelt welcome to the Sulu Garden Foundation, Inc. as part of our growing partner Science Foundations! Read more >
DOST S&T Foundation Unit / LinkedIn
January 6, 2026
BUILDING upon the foundation of carbon pricing, the Philippines is focusing on strengthening its carbon credit infrastructure and fostering public-private partnerships to enhance reforestation initiatives. For the carbon pricing framework to drive meaningful change, the country must establish a robust infrastructure for monitoring, verifying and certifying carbon credits. Read more >
Jennifer Laude-Salcedo / The Manila Times
April 26, 2025
IN the face of escalating climate change, the Philippines stands at a critical juncture. The nation’s vulnerability to extreme weather events underscores the urgent need for effective climate mitigation strategies. Central to this effort is reforestation — an endeavor that must be executed on a scale that truly matters. Read more >
Jennifer Laude-Salcedo / The Manila Times
April 19, 2025