29 October 2025, Quezon City — During a joint press conference convened by Kilusang Bayan Kontra Kurakot, Greenpeace Philippines reiterated its condemnation of the “obscene plunder of much-needed climate funds” in flood-control projects, as well as of corporate impunity by fossil fuel companies that knowingly fuel the climate crisis for profit. The organization called on the government of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to fulfill its duty and protect Filipinos against the corrupt systems that make it impossible for them to live with dignity under the  climate crisis.

Greenpeace Philippines’ Senior Campaigner, Virginia Benosa-Llorin said:

“The government must not be deaf to the outrage of Filipinos and must heed the call to exact accountability both from corrupt officials and contractors, as well as from giant fossil fuel companies that continue to amass obscene wealth while people suffer worsening climate impacts. The greed exposed in this corruption scandal mirrors the greed of fossil fuel corporations that have put us in this climate crisis in the first place, both placing profit over the safety and survival of people and the planet. 

“Across the country, Filipino communities are standing up and taking action on multiple fronts because they can no longer afford to wait. From citizens demanding transparency in governance to survivors of climate disasters seeking justice, people are reclaiming power to hold the powerful to account. Last week, the representatives of 67 Filipino climate survivors of Typhoon Odette—one of the most powerful storms in Philippine history—announced that they will be suing Shell in the United Kingdom, for climate damages incurred during the super typhoon.1

“Whether abroad or at home, those who profit from destruction, be they fossil fuel giants or corrupt officials, must be confronted and held accountable. The government, President Marcos, must take the side of the people: hold the corrupt and greedy accountable; make climate polluters pay; and support Filipinos as they lead the fight for climate justice and accountability.”

Note to editors:

[1] Filipino communities to sue Shell for damages linked to Super Typhoon Odette

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