Our country faces challenges as it is geographically located within the Pacific Ring of Fire. Despite this, the reasons for sudden or progressive change in the environment greatly affected every Filipino. The challenges include an increase in frequent occurrence of typhoons, rise of sea level, and droughts. These are called challenges for a reason. Individual struggles to overcome and recover from damages. To overcome and recover, a switch up in our daily lifestyle is a key to a more environmental sustainability in our lives. Wherein our dreadful experiences meet our resiliency.
According to the World Risk Report in 2022, Philippines was ranked as having the greatest disaster risk among 193 countries or 99 percent of the global population. Today, with an increased rise in temperature, some schools in the country have to implement alternative learning modes for students. The sea level rise leads to loss of habitats and storm surge can be worse. Farmers are greatly affected by the change in our climate. Drought brought them to a reduced yield of crops further impacting them economically. The list goes on and more. Yet, we’ve let it just go on.
In the fight against climate change, us Filipinos can do it through united efforts. We have the power. We can do it by reducing waste, energy conservation, or practicing sustainable lifestyle. Let's transform this as an opportunity for us Filipinos to showcase our resilience and unity. Together, we can make a lasting difference for our planet and future generations.
Reference:
https://manilastandard.net/?p=314427017
https://lafayetteledger.org/18293/news/the-impacts-of-climate-change-on-the-philippines/
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