Climate Change and Resiliency of Filipinos

               In the Philippines, millions of people are already suffering because of climate change. They often experience typhoons, floods, droughts, and rising sea levels which compromise their lifestyle and living conditions. Many people are responsible for these changes. Too many trees have been chopped down, and too many factories and vehicles discharge vast quantity of pollutants into the atmosphere, and waste is disposed of in an untidy manner.  


               As a result of the practices, global warming occurs and extreme weather conditions and unpredictable climate are caused. Urbanization is another factor. The buildings spread out into lower places without being taken care of so forests get destroyed, causing flooding and air pollution. The density of cities of people also makes it difficult to recover from disasters. Nobody can escape the consequences of climate change. It has however to be recognized that climate change adaptation on its own is not sufficient. 


               Comparing this situation to the other, a significant portion of the causes of climate change can be changed. Through pollution reduction, resource conservation and the use of alternative energy, we may mitigate its impacts. There is a need for collective action on the part of governments, business enterprises as well as individuals in ensuring environmental protection for a better tomorrow. Filipinos have shown remarkable resilience in this regard and it demonstrates that there is potential for overcoming challenges. The mobilization and the prevention of climate change should be inter-connected endeavors. Climate change should not be made more severe and permanent mechanisms implemented for the present and future generations.



Reference:

https://resilient.ph/2024/06/in-the-face-of-calamity/

https://www.greenpeace.org/southeastasia/story/45198/resilience-you-say-it-like-its-a-good-thing/

https://www.amnesty.org.uk/philippines-country-most-risk-climate-crisis


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