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Greenpeace calls for Plastics Treaty to be set in ‘black and white’
In celebration of Plastic Free July, Greenpeace Philippines has taken a bold stance, pushing for a strong and ambitious Global Plastics Treaty—one that addresses unrelenting plastic production by corporations—through its evocative Black and White Campaign.
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To achieve a plastic-free future, we need to be ambitious
In this plastic era, we unconsciously became overly dependent on this synthetic material due to its low cost and easy accessibility. Plastic is everywhere we look, and our country's fight against plastic pollution remains fragile due to inadequate regulations governing its production and use.
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Unmasking a silent threat
In a world teeming with natural beauty and vast oceans, a silent enemy lurks beneath the waves. We were taught to appreciate the beauty of our environment, understand how it works, and appreciate its vibrant colors. Yet, we failed to recognize the harm we were causing to our Mother Earth.
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My hope for a plastic-free future
As a college student informed about the worldwide plastic crisis, I carry a sense of guilt each day, recognizing the limits of my individual actions. I wholeheartedly support the widespread implementation of refill and reuse systems, envisioning a brighter and healthier future for the youth and forthcoming generations. However, without the active participation of big…
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6 simple ways to rock Plastic-Free July and save the planet
Discover six practical ways to participate in Plastic-Free July and beat plastic pollution. From bringing reusable containers to supporting zero-waste MSMEs, these actions will make a positive impact. Get ready to be a green superhero!
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Quezon City leads the fight against plastic pollution through sari-sari store-based refill hubs
Sari-sari stores in Quezon City will soon be playing a part in helping solve the country’s plastic problem. Ahead of the celebration of World Refill Day on June 16, the local government of Quezon City, Greenpeace Philippines, and Impact Hub Manila launched “Kuha sa Tingi,” an initiative establishing community-based refill hubs in sari-sari stores to…
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Greenpeace urges Shell stockholders: stop supporting climate destruction
Greenpeace today called on stockholders of Shell Pilipinas to heed the call of climate impacted communities and stop being complicit to climate destruction brought on by…
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Why the government investigation on the oil spill must continue
It has been over two months since the senate inquiry into the devastating oil spill off the waters of Oriental Mindoro, affecting thousands of people
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Greenpeace calls for reduced plastic production and shift to reuse systems on first International Day of Zero Waste
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted a resolution put forward by Türkiye at its seventy-seventh session in December 2022 to proclaim 30 March as the annual International Day of Zero Waste. The yearly observance of this day aims to raise awareness on zero waste initiatives at community, national, regional, and global levels, and their…
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Greenpeace statement on oil spill-affected communities being advised against suing ship owner
It is utterly unacceptable that an insurer would discourage claimants from exercising their legal right to seek justice while dangling compensation money over their heads. Communities have suffered enough in the past month and the last thing they need is more disenfranchisement from companies who continue to operate with impunity.
