Forest and Biodiversity Conservation
What program aims to reforest 1.5 million hectares of land in the Philippines?
National Greening Program (NGP)
What are areas called where human activities like fishing are controlled to protect marine life?
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
What type of weather events have become more frequent in the Philippines due to climate change?
Typhoons
Which law governs waste management in the Philippines?
Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (Republic Act No. 9003)
Which law promotes the use of renewable energy in the Philippines?
Renewable Energy Act of 2008
Which law safeguards biodiversity by establishing protected areas in the Philippines?
Republic Act No. 7586 (Protected Areas Act)
What project aims to protect coral reefs in the Philippines?
Philippine Coral Reef Resilience Project
Which law formalizes the climate change policies of the Philippines?
Climate Change Act of 2009 (Republic Act No. 9729)
What type of waste is a major problem for marine pollution in the Philippines?
Plastic waste
Name one renewable energy source in the Philippines.
Geothermal, solar, wind, or hydroelectric power
What is a major threat to the biodiversity of the Philippines?
Deforestation
Which ecosystems are crucial for protecting coastal communities from strong waves and storms?
Coral Reefs
Name one strategy the Philippines uses to adapt to climate change.
Community-based disaster risk reduction programs
What are zero-waste programs in the Philippines trying to achieve?
Minimize waste by reducing, reusing, and recycling materials
What is one goal of developing renewable energy in the Philippines?
Reducing dependence on fossil fuels
What year was the National Greening Program launched?
2011
Name one major threat to marine biodiversity in the Philippines.
Overfishing, coral bleaching, or pollution
How does rising sea levels affect the Philippines?
Causes displacement and loss of land in coastal areas
What happens when plastic waste clogs drainage systems?
It leads to flooding.
What is the role of the Department of Energy (DOE) regarding renewable energy?
Promotes the use of renewable energy and increases its share in the energy mix
What role do forests play in mitigating climate change?
Absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
What is the significance of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)?
They help protect endangered species and preserve marine biodiversity.
What is the goal of the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP)?
To mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and help communities adapt to climate change
What are the key challenges in implementing proper waste management?
Lack of infrastructure and resources in many communities
How does the use of renewable energy impact the environment?
It reduces carbon emissions and promotes sustainable economic growth.