Earth Hour 2024, set to occur this Saturday, is urging Filipinos to take action against plastic pollution and conserve energy.
The World Wide Fund For Nature (WWF) Philippines emphasized the critical need to address plastic pollution, labeling it a significant public health and environmental concern.
With 2.15 million tons of plastic waste generated in 2019, of which only 9% is recycled, the issue poses a severe threat to the Philippines’ ecosystem.
Atty. Angela Ibay, WWF-Philippines’ national director, highlighted the urgent call for Filipinos to mitigate their contribution to plastic pollution, stressing the importance of collective action.
As one of the nations most vulnerable to climate change, the Philippines faces the compounded effects of environmental degradation and biodiversity loss.
WWF-Philippines emphasized the interconnectedness of human well-being with the planet’s health, urging individuals to recognize their role in preserving nature.
Given the disproportionate impact of climate change on marginalized communities, concerted efforts are essential to safeguarding vulnerable populations in the Philippines.
Source: PhilNews24 | March 18, 2024
