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Environ-meant to be: What’s it like living with an environmentalist?
Terry is a freelance content writer and editor, and a Greenpeace volunteer who lives with his girlfriend Marian Ledesma, Greenpeace Philippines' Zero Waste Campaigner. Terry shares their story, their lifestyle practices, and how being eco-conscious has affected their relationship.
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Reality check: Climate justice and social justice have always been intertwined
The late Environment Secretary Gina Lopez spoke for millions of Filipinos at the frontline of the climate crisis when she said, “Who suffers if you kill the environment? It’s the…
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Environ-meant to be: COVID, Cats, & (Eco-)Conscious Living
For the first part of our Environ-meant to be series, we talked to eco-conscious couple Deng Garcia and Belle Rodolfo.
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5 young Filipinos who made waves in climate and environmental justice in 2020
With everyone focused on the pandemic for the most part of 2020, there were several times that the country was harshly reminded of the current climate crisis. At the tail-end…
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Moments in 2020 during which Filipinos proved that a Better Normal is possible
The term “New Normal” has been around since the late 2000s and had been mostly used in the western world. But it was the first time for the Philippines to…
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Green living starter kit for the new year
When individuals make a collective effort, you’d be surprised how effective we can be in curbing our carbon footprint and lessening the burden we put on the environment. If you’re still thinking about what resolutions to keep for 2021, here are a few that can make a difference.
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Environment-friendly tips to keep the holidays clean, green, and festive
Christmas is a long-awaited holiday filled with presents, home-cooked goodness, and yuletide cheers. It is also the only time of the year when a family produces more waste because of…
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Responsible E-shopping in the time of COVID
As we stay locked in our own homes weathering this pandemic away, e-commerce platforms like Shopee and Lazada have become our own little therapy from this insanity. Our excited anticipation…
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Justice in the face of extreme climate disasters
This year will remain in my memory for many more to come. My recollections of 2020 may only be compared to those of 2013.