CCC VCED Robert EA Borje, 6th Floor First Residences Bldg. , J. P. Laurel Street San Miguel, Philippines, Manila (2026)

01/09/2026

With the recent weather events that caused flooding, suspending classes or work is first and foremost a decision to protect people.

But adaptation is more than finding another way to keep everything going. There will still be days when the safest and most responsible decision is to say, “Walang pasok.”
The measure of progress is not whether we eliminate those days. It is whether we learn enough from each disruption to make the next one less disruptive.

Read more from the Climate Chronicles:
https://tribune.net.ph/2026/08/30/walang-pasok?sfnsn=mo

Daily Tribune

31/08/2026

Dugo at pawis ang inialay ng ating mga bayani para sa ating kalayaan. Ngunit paano natin mapapangalagaan ang kalayaang kanilang ipinaglaban kung ang ating bansa ay nanganganib dahil sa krisis sa klima?

Ang Pilipinas ay kabilang sa mga bansang lubhang bulnerable sa mga epekto ng nagbabagong klima. Sa ilang bahagi ng bansa, tumaas ang antas ng dagat nang humigit-kumulang 5.7 hanggang 7.0 millimeters bawat taon mula 1993 hanggang 2015—halos doble ng pinakamataas na karaniwang antas na naitatala sa buong mundo.

Ngayong Pambansang Araw ng mga Bayani, ating tandaan na ang pagmamahal sa bayan ay hindi lamang pag-alala sa mga nag-alay ng buhay para sa ating kalayaan. Nangangahulugan din ang araw na ito ng pagkilos upang maprotektahan ang ating bansa mula sa mga epekto ng pagbabago ng klima.

Sapagkat ang kabayanihan ay hindi lamang tungkol sa pakikipaglaban para sa bayan ngayon, kundi pati sa pagkilos para sa bayang ipamamana natin sa mga susunod na henerasyon.

28/08/2026

𝐂𝐂𝐂, 𝐚𝐬 𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫, 𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

JAKARTA — The Climate Change Commission (CCC), representing the Philippines as chair of the ASEAN Task Force on Carbon Neutrality (ATF-CN), called for greater regional cooperation to translate ASEAN’s carbon neutrality strategy into concrete action.

CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje said stronger coordination across sectors is to moving from strategy to implementation while recognizing the different development priorities and capacities of ASEAN Member States.

“Climate ambition is easy to declare. Delivering it, however, requires ownership,” Borje said at the August 5 validation workshop for the ASEAN Strategy for Carbon Neutrality Work Plan in Jakarta, Indonesia.

“The distance between a strategy and a result is measured by the quality of coordination: who acts, who supports, by when, and toward which shared outcome,” he added.

Adopted by the ASEAN Economic Community Council in 2023, the ASEAN Strategy for Carbon Neutrality provides a regional framework for an orderly, inclusive and economically beneficial transition to a low-carbon economy. It sets out eight strategic approaches and 16 priority initiatives covering areas such as green value chains, circular economy, green infrastructure and markets, sustainable finance and green skills.

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is an important part of addressing climate change, alongside strengthening adaptation and resilience to impacts already being experienced across the region. For the Philippines, regional cooperation on carbon neutrality complements its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and NDC Implementation Plan, which guide mitigation action while taking into account national development priorities.

Borje said ASEAN cooperation should help connect work across sectors while supporting implementation by Member States according to their respective national circumstances.

“The Sectoral Bodies, as the custodians of sectoral work, are where the real work lives,” he said. “The role of the Task Force for Carbon Neutrality is to help connect initiatives across sectors and carry good sectoral ideas up to the regional level where they can scale.”

The Jakarta workshop, convened by the ASEAN Secretariat with support from the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), brought together Member States and relevant ASEAN sectoral bodies as part of continuing work on the Carbon Neutrality Work Plan.

The CCC chairs the ATF-CN for the Philippines upon the recommendation of the Department of Trade and Industry, which leads the country’s engagement under the ASEAN Economic Community pillar.

Work on the Carbon Neutrality Work Plan will continue through established ASEAN processes before the Task Force reports to the ASEAN Economic Community Council in November.

The Climate Change Commission is the country’s lead policy-making body on climate change. Under Republic Act No. 9729, or the Climate Change Act, as amended by Republic Act No. 10174, the CCC is mandated to coordinate, monitor and evaluate government programs and actions on climate change and mainstream climate change into national, sectoral and local development plans and programs.

For more information on the CCC’s climate mitigation programs and partnerships, visit www.climate.gov.ph and www.facebook.com/CCCPhl. # # #

ASEAN
ERIA: Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia

28/08/2026

𝐍𝐘𝐂, 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

MANILA, Philippines — The Climate Change Commission’s (CCC) Youth Climate Leadership Accelerator Project (Youth CLAP) has garnered support from the National Youth Commission (NYC) and private sector partners, strengthening the CCC’s efforts to develop the next generation of climate leaders.

The second session, held at the Mapúa University Makati campus, brought together students from selected higher education institutions (HEIs) for discussions on climate governance, the economic impacts and costs of climate change, solution-building, campaign development, and monitoring and evaluation. The learning activities were designed to help participants understand how climate challenges are shaped by governance and economic systems, while developing practical approaches that can be pursued within their institutions and communities.

Participants examined climate governance at the global, national, and local levels, and revisited their problem trees and developed solution trees to identify the underlying causes of climate challenges and map out possible responses. These activities encouraged students to connect their understanding of climate issues with concrete opportunities for action.

Climate Change Commission Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje emphasized the role of the government in preparing the youth to become formal leaders and active civic participants by creating platforms for dialogue such as Youth CLAP.

“Our responsibility is to continue growing as a country, and the youth will play that important role of bridging the hopes of the past to the energy of the present towards the reality that we want for the future,” Borje said.

Meanwhile, NYC Chairperson Jeff Ortega urged the youth to focus on translating climate concerns into concrete and realistic solutions, emphasizing that young people and student organizations can already take action within their own communities even as broader accountability mechanisms continue to develop.

“When you develop your proposals and engage with like-minded people, think of concrete and realistic ways to address these issues. While we wait for accountability from those who need to be accountable, we can already take action on the ground, among students and through student organizations to turn these ideas into initiatives that can be implemented and create real impact,” Ortega said.

The second session also featured a Masterclass on private sector initiatives on climate action, led by Ma. Victoria Tan, former head of the Enterprise Risk Management and Sustainability Unit of Ayala Corporation and now Chief Finance Officer of Keltera Corp. The session aimed to broaden the participants’ understanding of how different sectors can contribute to climate solutions and the importance of partnerships in advancing climate action.

“Corporate accountability isn't something companies just hand over, it's something we have to demand. When you use your power as consumers, speak up with your investments, and drive public campaigns, you turn simple public pressure into real corporate urgency,” Tan said.

Youth CLAP forms part of efforts to provide young people with the knowledge, skills, and collaborative spaces necessary to take part in climate action. The accelerated learning journey consists of four core modules and a Masterclass, culminating in an Innovation Showcase where participants will present their developed climate solutions and proposals.

As young people increasingly engage with the impacts and solutions to climate change, sustained support from government, educational institutions, civil society, the private sector, and other partners remains important in creating spaces where they can learn, collaborate, innovate, and participate meaningfully in climate action.

Through Youth CLAP, the CCC continues to support the development of a generation of young climate leaders equipped to contribute to climate-resilient, safe, and sustainable communities.
For more information on the CCC’s climate mainstreaming programs and partnerships, visit www.climate.gov.ph and www.facebook.com/CCCPhl. # # #

27/08/2026

Lakes are more than bodies of water. They provide fresh water, support biodiversity and livelihoods, and contribute to climate resilience.

There are more than 117 million lakes worldwide, covering nearly 4% of the Earth’s land surface.

First observed in 2025, World Lake Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of lakes and the sustainable management of lake and related ecosystems. As lakes face growing threats from pollution, overuse, and climate change, protecting them means protecting the communities and ecosystems that depend on them.

Let us protect and restore our lakes and recognize their vital role in building a climate-resilient Philippines.

UN Environment Programme

26/08/2026

Grateful for the support powering our future climate leaders.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Office of the President for providing safe and secure transportation for our participating students.

Their support helps drive the Youth Climate Accelerator Project (Youth CLAP), a four-Saturday pilot initiative by the Climate Change Commission PH dedicated to expanding climate knowledge, developing leadership skills, and advancing transformative climate action. 🇵🇭

Presidential Communications Office

21/08/2026

The Youth Climate Leadership Accelerator Project (Youth CLAP) kicked off its four-day learning journey on August 15. It runs for four consecutive Saturdays this month.

Look back to see the highlights of the project's first day.

20/08/2026

Ensuring that climate policies, programs, and projects are genuinely gender-responsive from initial design through implementation and monitoring is key to building resilient communities.

Here's some good news! As part of the continuing efforts of the Climate Change Commission, together with key partners, the HGDG-CCAM Checklist is now available online.

This checklist will guide government offices, agencies, and instrumentalities, including government-owned and -controlled corporations, as well as stakeholders, in designing and implementing climate programs and interventions that promote gender equality and social inclusion.

To download the guidelines, access here: https://library.pcw.gov.ph/harmonized-gender-and-development-guidelines-for-project-development-implementation-monitoring-and-evaluation-3rd-edition/

Philippine Commission on Women

20/08/2026

𝐂𝐂𝐂 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐘𝐂 𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

MANILA, Philippines — The Climate Change Commission (CCC), in collaboration with the National Youth Commission (NYC), partnered with selected higher education institutions (HEIs) to pilot the Youth Climate Leadership Accelerator Project (Youth CLAP), providing participating students with opportunities to strengthen their climate knowledge, develop leadership skills, and explore practical ways to contribute to a more transformative climate action.

The pilot session, held virtually on 15 August 2026, brought students into an accelerated learning journey covering climate science, policy and governance, climate diplomacy, communications, innovation, and youth leadership, with activities designed to translate learning into practical climate action.

Youth CLAP was designed as a complementary and fast-tracked learning experience that provides selected university and college students with a common foundation on climate issues while allowing them to apply their knowledge to challenges within their institutions and communities.

Spanning four consecutive Saturdays at selected HEIs, the program combines four core modules and a Masterclass to help students engineer concrete climate solutions. It culminates in an Innovation Showcase where participants pitch their finalized proposals.

CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje emphasized bridging the gap between climate awareness and concrete, multidisciplinary action led by youth.

“There are students here from different institutions, disciplines, and communities. Meet them. Challenge one another. Borrow ideas. Improve them. Build friendships and partnerships. One of you may understand the science. Another may know how to build the technology. Someone else may understand policy. Another may know how to communicate the idea so that people actually listen,” Borje said.

“Very often, the solution is not sitting inside one person. It emerges when different people learn how to think and work together,” he added.

The initiative forms part of the CCC's continuing efforts to strengthen climate education and meaningful youth participation in the country's climate agenda.

During the program's Masterclass, Dr. Rodel Lasco, Executive Director of the Oscar M. Lopez Center, discussed the science of climate change and the role of nature-based solutions in adaptation.

Dr. Lasco emphasized the importance of grounding climate action in scientific understanding while recognizing the potential of nature-based approaches in helping communities adapt to climate risks. His session also highlighted the value of connecting climate science with practical responses that can be applied in local contexts.

“I hope we have seen that natural ecosystems are critical in enhancing climate resilience, the climate resilience of our people, especially the Indigenous Peoples,” Dr. Lasco expressed as his parting message.

Meanwhile, Dr. Emma E. Porio of Ateneo de Manila University led a session on youth action in the field, highlighting the importance of connecting climate knowledge with community realities and translating learning into meaningful engagement.

Her discussion emphasized that youth participation in climate action goes beyond awareness, requiring young people to engage with communities, work with different sectors, and contribute to solutions responsive to local needs.

“You have to know how you are balancing the ecosystem, because most of the time, we do not have appreciation. Our life depends on a balance, on an equilibrium within the planet, the Earth, and people,” Dr. Porio noted.

Both Lasco and Porio are former members of the CCC’s National Panel of Technical Experts (NPTE), bringing expertise in climate science, adaptation, and community-based approaches to the Youth CLAP learning experience.

Dr. Rodel Lasco is a Coordinating Lead Author of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), whose work as part of the IPCC contributed to its recognition with the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize. Dr. Emma E. Porio, Professor Emeritus at Ateneo de Manila University, is also an IPCC Lead Author, contributing to the IPCC’s work on climate change and cities, with expertise in urban resilience and sustainability.

The participation of experts from different fields reflects the multidisciplinary approach of Youth CLAP, recognizing that climate action requires more than scientific knowledge but also leadership, communication, and engagement with communities.

The CCC recognizes the important role of HEIs in creating spaces for climate learning, research, innovation, and youth leadership. Through their academic institutions and organizations, participating students can help bring climate knowledge and solutions closer to their peers and communities.

The initiative also supports the government’s broader direction of strengthening youth participation and climate resilience. The National Adaptation Plan (NAP) 2023–2050, developed under the leadership of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., provides a long-term framework for building the country’s adaptive capacity and resilience. The NAP also recognizes the role of young people in shaping and implementing climate adaptation and mitigation efforts.

The pilot initiative supports the CCC's broader efforts to promote climate literacy, strengthen multi-stakeholder participation, and provide meaningful avenues for young people to contribute to building a climate-resilient, safe, and sustainable Philippines.

For more information on the CCC’s climate mainstreaming programs and partnerships, visit www.climate.gov.ph and www.facebook.com/CCCPhl. # # #

19/08/2026

We can no longer separate humanitarian aid from climate action.

As extreme weather events escalate, the professionals stepping into these disaster zones are holding the line for our most vulnerable. They don't just react. They stabilize shattered communities and stay on the ground long after the immediate crisis fades.

World Humanitarian Day, designated by the UN General Assembly in 2008, honors this exact grit and sacrifice on a global scale.

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