An investigation into the Philippines’ National Greening Program reveals widespread greenwashing, with forests cleared during supposed reforestation efforts. An analysis of satellite imagery and government data reveals how a flagship program fails both the environment and local communities.
There is still much to be discussed on how the city will tackle the drainage problem.
Many key candidates in the Davao City local elections failed to participate in the Green Vote 2025 Survey initiated by the Interface Development Interventions (IDIS) to discuss their position on environment issues affecting the city.
After years of exhausting efforts to appeal with government agencies to stop the construction of the Samal Island - Davao City (SIDC) Connector Bridge project, environmental groups in Davao City are now seeking the intervention of the Supreme Court through a petition for a Writ of Kalikasan.
While the Davao City Bypass Tunnel Project will address transportation issues of the city and the region, this has affected 2,500 residential structures and more than 400 hectares of agricultural land where at least 600 farming families reside.