Docking of USS Carl Vinson, a violation of the country’s sovereignty
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As Countdown to Earthday 2011 Begins: Environmentalists Decry the Aquino Government’s Lack of Concern for the Environment
As Countdown to Earthday 2011 Begins: Environmentalists Decry the Aquino Government’s Lack of Concern for the Environment
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO and JONELLE MARIN
Environmental groups are set to commemorate International Earth Day on April 19 through various activities including rallies and fora. They say that Aquino government should stop sacrificing the environment and the people's welfare on the altar of profit.
Environmentalists Step up Protests vs Coal-fired Plants as President Aquino Inaugurates One in Iloilo
Environmentalists Step up Protests vs Coal-fired Plants as President Aquino Inaugurates One in Iloilo
By INA ALLECO SILVERIO
“Globally, coal and coal power plants are among the highest sources of carbon emissions. Also, coal has been identified as the leading source of air pollution and has largely contributed to the occurrences of cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. We cannot comprehend why the Aquino administration is still supporting and increasing the operation of coal power plants in the country.” – Kalikasan
As Disasters Mount, Groups Call on Aquino to Address Urgent Need to Prepare The Country
As Disasters Mount, Groups Call on Aquino to Address Urgent Need to Prepare The Country
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
“Both structural and non-structural approaches should be adopted to lessen the impact of disasters. Hazard mapping must also be done for priority areas. In making hazard maps of local scale, it is best that community and scientific data are combined. Results of hazard mapping should be properly disseminated to population at risk.” – CDRC
Scientists: Effects of Nuclear Situation in Japan Should Not Be Downplayed By Philippine Government
Scientists: Effects of Nuclear Situation in Japan Should Not Be Downplayed By Philippine Government
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
“The two stations in the Fukushima region reportedly produce the world’s largest joint amount of energy. If complete meltdown occurs in any of the Fukushima reactors, this may lead to a much worse contamination of the atmosphere than the one that was caused by the Chernobyl disaster.” – Dr. Romy Quijano, toxicologist.
Widow Accuses Palawan Officials of Corruption and Killing Gerry Ortega
Widow Accuses Palawan Officials of Corruption and Killing Gerry Ortega
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Gerry Ortega, journalist, anti-mining advocate, and a veterinarian, was shot dead on 24 January 2011 while buying from a store in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan. His widow, Patria ‘Patty’ Ortega filed murder charges against Palawan officials in a supplemental complaint-affidavit submitted to the Department of Justice last February 14.
Philippines Continues to Explore Nuclear Option Despite Japan Disaster, Groups Call on Gov’t to Exercise Caution
Philippines Continues to Explore Nuclear Option Despite Japan Disaster, Groups Call on Gov’t to Exercise Caution
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Dr. Giovanni Tapang said that the nuclear plant accident in Japan should serve as an ample warning to the Philippine government against rushing headlong into the revival of the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant.
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