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March 14, 2011

Environmental Endeavors: 8 Eco-Friendly Feats by Fellow Filipinos

Learn about the country’s initiatives in moving towards a greener future, not to mention some of our local eco-warriors. By Myra Mortega-Calulo
When former US vice-president and Nobel Peace Prize winner Al Gore visited Manila last year, he implored Filipinos to be part of the ongoing battle against climate change. Mr. Gore’s involvement in the film An Inconvenient Truth opened the world’s eyes to the effects of global warming, but what he was asking seemed like a tall order for a nation that constantly struggles to find eco-friendly solutions to everyday problems. But the global push to find green solutions has caught on, with local government units, non-government organizations, and private individuals gearing towards green initiatives.

Scroll through our gallery to see eight different feats and projects that help the Philippines work towards a environmentally sound future.


Read these articles for ways on how you can help in greening the future:
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Myra Mortega-Calulo has been Female Network's Features Editor since June 2012, but she has been writing for FN as a freelance contributor since March 2010... Read more...
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