TITLE: Ah'ah Laot: People of the Sea - Climate Change Impacts to the People of Tigtabon Island (2019)

AUTHOR: Kathleen Lei Limayo

DATE PUBLISHED: April 16, 2019

KEY INFO: The 2019 documentary Ah'ah Laot: People of the Sea reveals the effects of climate change on the Sama Badjao of Tigtabon Island. Some issues include encroaching homes with rising sea levels, depleting fish stocks, damaging seaweed farms, and health issues threatening the community's traditional way of life and survival.

TITLE: Webinar #113 | "CLIMATE CHANGE AND HEALTH: Bakit natin kailangan alamin?"

HOSTED BY: University of the Philippines

DATE PUBLISHED: August 19, 2022

KEY INFO: This webinar, hosted by the University of the Philippines, covers the health consequences in the Philippines resulting from climate change in the form of heat stress and air pollution, among others. Though it has no specific focus on Mindanao, it is still applicable because it focuses on the whole country, the Philippines.

TITLE: Correlation of Climate Change Indicators with Health and Environmental Data in the Philippines

AUTHOR: Jinky Leilanie Lu, MOH, PhD

DATE PUBLISHED: January 31, 2022

KEY INFO: In her research paper, Jinky Leilanie Lu points out strong correlations between climate change indicators such as increasing temperatures, sea levels, air pollution, and health problems in the Philippines. Some of these issues are increased mortality due to air pollution, growing non-communicable diseases, and rising malaria cases due to deteriorating environmental conditions due to climate change.

TITLE: Heatwaves pose health risks, disrupt students’ learning says Save the Children Philippines

AUTHOR: Save the Children

DATE PUBLISHED: April 5, 2024

KEY INFO: It reports that recent heatwaves in the Philippines, with temperatures over 42ºC, have led to the suspension of classes nationwide. Save the Children Philippines emphasizes that children are particularly vulnerable to heat-related illnesses due to their developing bodies. It calls for urgent action to address climate change to protect children's health and education.

TITLE: Greenhouse gasses, climate change

AUTHOR: Ralph Lawrence G. Llemit, sunstar 

DATE PUBLISHED: July 15, 2024

KEY CONTENT: The article highlights the impact of greenhouse gases on climate change, that human activities, burning fossil fuels and deforestation have increased the levels of these gases in the atmosphere. The rise leads to a larger greenhouse effect, which traps heat and causes global temperature to rise, which results to extreme weather events and shifts in climate. This calls for urgency of reducing greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate these effects and protect our ecosystem and human health.

TITLE: DOH stresses fossil fuel impact on public health

AUTHOR: Inquirer.Net

DATE PUBLISHED: September 22, 2022

KEY CONTENT: The article highlights the action plan to reduce reliance on fossil fuels due to their effects on respiratory health. Burning fossil fuels, particularly coal, contributes significantly to air pollution which has cause the rising cases of respiratory illnesses such as asthma and chronic pulmonary disease among Filipino. DOH supports the World Health Organization's idea to phase out fossil fuels to mitigate health risks associated with green gas emissions.

TITLE: Greenhouse Gas concentrations hit record high. Again.

AUTHOR: World Meteorological Organization

DATE PUBLISHED: November 16, 2023

KEY CONTENT: The article highlights that greenhouse gas emissions concentrations have reached high records, indicating a further increase in global temperatures. Carbon budget is rapidly diminishing leading to more severe climate change impacts such as extreme weather events and rising sea levels. It also call the urgent need to address these issues and support global efforts through initiatives like the Global Greenhouse Gas Watch.

TITLE: Unti-unting paglubog ng isang barangay sa Bulacan, posibleng epekto ng climate change

AUTHOR: GMA Integrated News

DATE PUBLISHED: December 08, 2024

KEY CONTENT:

Barangay Taliptip is located in Bulacan, with many residents living there, facing a problem that is potentially linked to climate change, as their land is gradually sinking due to the sea level rising, causing some roads to be covered by flood, especially during high-tide or typhoon season. Many are alarmed by the other possibilities that may happen to Barangay Taliptip, and other places in Metro Manila that are prone to gradual sinking caused by climate change. The negative impacts of climate change such as this example diminishes the quality of life, infrastructure, the residents, and may also slow down the land development. 

TITLE: A Need for Climate Change Education for Filipinos, by Filipinos

AUTHOR: Ella Abad

DATE PUBLISHED: August 7, 2023

KEY INFO: The article highlights the importance of climate change education in the Philippines, with a focus on Mindanao, where many communities are unaware of the consequences of climate change, although the region is particularly susceptible to the impacts of rising temperatures and extreme weather. It advocates for place-based climate education that reflects Mindanao’s needs, providing the youth the means and the drive to lead climate action and sustain resilience in the long run. Encouraging the shift to renewable energy and eco-friendly agriculture are vital for decreasing Mindanao's carbon footprint and addressing the threats posed by mounting climate issues.

 TITLE: Health experts in the Philippines lead the fight against dirty air

AUTHOR: Imelda V. Abano

DATE PUBLISHED: June 4, 2019

KEY INFO: Health experts here are calling for stronger action towards the rapid growing of air pollution in the Philippines that significantly harms public health. “Poor air quality leads to diseases of the lungs, cardiovascular conditions, and death,” they warn. Experts urged stricter reinforcement of environmental laws and policies to further reduce emissions from vehicles, factories, and other sources of pollution. In addition, they push for adaptation of cleaner technologies and better air quality monitoring to rpotrect the citizens’ health and well-being all while protecting the environment.

TITLE: No more hot air…please!

AUTHOR: UNEP

DATE PUBLISHED: October 24, 2024

KEY CONTENT: It highlights the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate climate change impacts. The report also stated that rising gas emissions contribute to increased air pollution and many health risks. It also calls for action through enhanced climate policies, a transition to renewable energy, and increased global cooperation to effectively close this emissions gap. 

TITLE: Extreme heat in PH: Health risks, economic impact
AUTHOR: Cristina Eloisa Baclig

DATE PUBLISHED: March 29, 2023

KEY CONTENT: Although it does not focus on Mindanao, it highlights how greenhouse gas overproduction drives air pollution and rising temperatures in the Philippines, causing heatstroke and heat exhaustion. Furthermore, it points out the economic slowdown linked to extreme heat and further emphasizes the interlinked impacts of climate change on public health and the nation's economy.

TITLE: Fighting Air Pollution in One of the World's Most Populated Cities

AUTHOR: Lewis Hamilton

DATE PUBLISHED: August 2, 2023

KEY CONTENT: Manila, the most densely populated city in the world with around 42,000 people per square kilometer—nearly 10 times the population density of London—faces significant challenges with poor air quality, particularly due to issues in public transportation. This impacts the quality of life for residents. The film highlights the work of Mitzi Jonelle Tan and her organization, Youth Activists for Climate Action Philippines, as they campaign to raise awareness about climate justice in the country.

TITLE: Climate Risk Profiles Mindanao

AUTHOR: Department of Agriculture

DATE PUBLISHED: March 2024

KEY INFO: The document provides statistical data about Mindanao’s agricultural sector, identifying the issues that are led by the risk of climate change regarding the development of Agriculture. The text also mentions strategies to address problems with climate risk change. According to the document’s historical and future trends, the farmers and the people living in rural areas are mostly affected by the impacts because of typhoons, floods, and droughts, destroying the crops. There have also been reported economic damages. Apart from that, Bukidnon is likely to experience more hot days, according to the forecast. The rainfall events that keep on increasing may lead to more impacts on agriculture, affecting the livelihoods of many. 

TITLE: DENR HOLDS MULTISTAKEHOLDER FORUM IN MINDANAO COMMITS TO INCLUSIVE RESILIENCY PLANS

AUTHOR: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES

DATE PUBLISHED: February 2, 2023

KEY INFO: “The preservation of the environment is the preservation of life. If we cannot mitigate climate change, all our plans for the economy, all our plans for the future will be for naught.”- President Ferdinand Marcos, 2022 Mindanao is expecting to experience more drier seasons, along with flooding, which can be a cause for concern for Mindanao, as it also poses a threat to the natural resources and community livelihood. Many experts gather to share their expertise in climate change through an open forum, engaging in new ideas to combat the continuing effects of the climate crisis. The government also launched Project TRANSFORM (Transdisciplinary Approach for Resilient and Sustainable Communities) on February 3, 2023 for Siargao Island, and Surigao Del Norte, with a plan to preserve its natural resources and sustain economic growth while also promoting tourism.

Title: Estimating the Health & Economic Cost of Air Pollution

in the Philippines

Author: Energy and Clean Air Institute(2023)

DATE PUBLISHED: February 2023

Key info: Air pollution in the Philippines, mainly from fine particulate matter (PM₂.₅), is a leading cause of death and disease, contributing to cardiovascular and respiratory conditions. In 2019, it caused 66,230 deaths and cost the economy PHP 2.32 trillion (US$ 44.8 billion), or 11.9% of the GDP. The report stresses the need for policymakers to address these health and economic impacts as pollution from fossil fuel sources continues to rise.