MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) continues to strengthen the country’s climate agenda through a whole-of-nation approach that brings government, academe, civil society, and the private sector into unified action toward a climate-resilient Philippines.
The CCC signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with partners from various sectors to reaffirm and establish a shared climate agenda. Anchored in the theme “Strengthening Partnerships for Climate Action: Multi-Sectoral Cooperation Signing,” the initiative underscored the crucial role of collective work in addressing the climate crisis.
Partners represent a wide range of sectors, including the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples, government-owned and controlled corporations, Save the Children, Planoteerism, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippine Information Agency, Nueva Vizcaya State University, First Gen, and the United Nations World Food Programme.
“In this critical decade, action cannot be delayed, and it cannot be shouldered by any single institution alone. This is the powerful truth that brings us together: climate change demands a whole-of-society response,” said Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje of the CCC.
The signing formed part of the activities under the 18th Global Warming and Climate Change Consciousness Week (CCC Week).
“This signifies our solemn covenant between the NCIP and the CCC, alongside our partners. For us, this MOU is a powerful mechanism that ensures the wisdom and practices of Indigenous Cultural Communities are recognized, interfaced, and integrated,” said NCIP Chairperson Marie Grace T. Pascua.
Nueva Vizcaya State University College Dean Jessie Pascual P. Bitog likewise emphasized the need for collaborative work to confront the global crisis.
“We recognize that no single institution can address the climate crisis alone. Our experts are networked, and resources across our sectors create a powerful synergy that enables faster, broader, and more meaningful climate action.”
Partners pledged, among other commitments, to advance joint climate communication and advocacy, support inclusive research, enhance local resilience, and strengthen climate change and disaster risk management through collaborative research, technical support, and policy guidance.
The event also recognized individuals and long-standing partners for their contributions to climate action. Their dedicated efforts help build a climate-smart and climate-resilient Philippines.
The CCC’s partners come from various sectors, including national government agencies, the private sector, civil society organizations, academic institutions, state universities and colleges, and media partners. All have demonstrated strong dedication and consistent support through awareness campaigns, technical assistance, and green initiatives.
CCC Deputy Executive Director Romell Antonio O. Cuenca expressed his appreciation to the partners.
“It is our privilege to honor the contributions of our partners. This recognition affirms the dedication and innovation each of you brings to this crucial fight. Your work inspires us all and sets the foundation for the results we continue to strive for.”
The CCC remains steadfast in pursuing a whole-of-nation and whole-of-society approach to advance inclusive, progressive, and climate-resilient development for all Filipinos.
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