(via Graphic Plus) MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), further strengthening a partnership that aims to advance climate resilience and promote green growth in the Philippines.
Recognizing that the climate crisis demands a whole-of-society approach, the CCC underscored the importance of sustained collaboration with key development partners such as the GGGI. The renewed engagement reaffirms the country’s commitment to pursue science-based, inclusive, and forward-looking solutions to climate challenges.
The Climate Change Commission, led by Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje and Deputy Executive Director Atty. Romell Antonio O. Cuenca, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with GGGI officials led by Asia Regional Director Dr. Malle Fofana and Deputy Regional Director and Country Representative Mr. Marcel J. Silvius.
CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje highlighted the significance of the joint work between the Commission and GGGI.
“This allows us to jointly work in critical areas: from crafting science-based Green Growth Development Plans for our regions and cities, to strengthening the policy architecture that enables a low-carbon economy, and empowering our communities through knowledge and innovation.”
Dr. Malle Fofana, Asia Regional Director of the Global Green Growth Institute, emphasized that the renewed partnership is both timely and crucial.
“This partnership is really timely and I’m glad that we were able to renew it. We are family and your agenda is our agenda. The contribution of the Philippines as a core contributing member amplifies and champions green growth through partnership, enabling impact aligned with national priorities.”
The partnership with the GGGI reflects the broader imperative for stronger cooperation across sectors—government, development organizations, private institutions, and communities—to foster sustainability, strengthen resilience, and support the country’s transition toward a low-carbon and climate-smart future.
Deputy Executive Director Atty. Romell Antonio O. Cuenca echoed this message, stressing that collaboration accelerates progress.
“It is through such collaborations that we can amplify our impact, share innovation, and translate high-level policies into tangible, life-improving actions on the ground, especially for our most vulnerable communities.”
Mr. Marcel J. Silvius, Deputy Regional Director and Country Representative of GGGI, underscored the critical role of the CCC in driving climate action.
“I cannot stress enough how important the partnership with the Climate Change Commission is as an overall policy driver for climate change and for development-oriented projects in the Philippines. Together, we are advancing concrete initiatives that mobilize investment and deliver scalable impact.”
The CCC remains steadfast in engaging with various sectors to advance climate action domestically and globally, reaffirming its commitment to building a climate-resilient and sustainable Philippines.
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