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01/06/2026

Environmental group Green Convergence Philippines -GC has recently launched the fourth volume of its “Philippine Native Trees” book series, offering a comprehensive look at native trees and their intertwined roots with Filipino heritage and
identity.

Authors Jayson Mansibang and Lillian Jennifer Rodriguez dedicated this volume to the memory of two pioneering environmentalists: the patriarch of the Lopez Group of Companies Oscar M. Lopez and renowned botanist Leonard Co. Their profound influence was also highlighted by FPH Chairman Federico “Piki” R. Lopez, who reflected on how their shared passion shapes the sustainable vision of FPH and its subsidiaries.

Read more: https://www.fphc.com/news/book-launch-native-trees-offers-insights-piki-lopezs-environmental-advocacies-views

20/05/2026

[𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍] 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲, 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 – 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞-𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟

A new science-policy brief (SPB) released by the Oscar M. Lopez Center revealed that rainfall variability is contributing to poverty and food insecurity in the Philippines, particularly among agricultural households heavily dependent on climate-sensitive livelihoods.

Titled “Do Rainfall Shocks Affect Poverty? Evidence from Philippine Household and Climate Data,” the SPB found that both below-average and above-average rainfall influence poverty and food poverty outcomes.

Using the 2018 to 2023 data from the Philippine Statistics Authority’s Family Income and Expenditure Survey and rainfall records from the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA), the SPB examined more than 82,000 household observations across 20 provinces. Data from 2021 were excluded due to the potential influence of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The findings show that periods of below-average rainfall may increase poverty incidence by approximately 3.9 to 6 percentage points (pp), with agricultural households experiencing an even greater increase of nearly 10 pp. Food poverty may also rise by around 2.2 pp during dry periods, especially among farming households.

Conversely, above-average rainfall was associated with lower poverty and food poverty rates, declining by 3.6 to 4.4 pp and 1.6 to 2.3 pp, respectively. These findings suggest that moderate increase in rainfall may support agricultural productivity in rainfed farming systems.

A percentage point refers to the difference between two percentage values.

Read full story: https://bit.ly/491OI7T

Access the new science-policy brief here: https://bit.ly/OMLC-SPB3

Previous science-policy briefs can also be accessed through the OML Center’s website: https://bit.ly/OMLC-SPBs

15/05/2026

"Geothermal is no longer an underdog technology, but a strategic advantage for the Philippines."

FPH and First Gen Corporation President and COO Francis Giles B. Puno joins Eco-Business, Asia’s first and largest sustainability news desk and advisory firm, to discuss why geothermal energy is the key to 24/7 clean energy security.

Watch the full podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouucztLS8B8&t=3s

Critical to the country’s energy security in the 1970s, geothermal is now re-emerging as the Philippines’ biggest clean energy advantage at a time when count...

13/05/2026

Agnes C. De Jesus, Chief Sustainability Officer of FPH, earned the Pearl of Legacy Award for Environmental Governance from the Society of Sustainability Practitioners, Inc. (Sustainability PH), during the association’s fifth anniversary celebration last April 29 in Iloilo City.

According to Sustainability Ph, De Jesus' career, like a pearl, reflects resilience through industry transitions and systemic environmental reforms. She contributed to the strengthening of environmental governance frameworks and demonstrated how businesses support national goals through deep commitment to environmental science and social responsibility.

Read more: https://www.fphc.com/news/fph-exec-wins-award-sustainability-ph

30/03/2026

18/03/2026

Speaking at the The Philippine Stock Exchange, Inc.'s InvestPH 2026 Forum, FPH and First Gen Corporation President and COO Francis Giles Puno emphasized the need for the Philippines to develop more renewable energy (RE) sources.

RE sources provide significant benefits including enhanced energy security and reduced price volatility—both even more important today, as the world faces an energy crisis.

05/03/2026

First Gen Corporation launched its unified corporate brand, marking a milestone in reinforcing the company’s leadership in renewable energy and aligning with the changing needs of the energy market.

22/01/2026

The Orchestra of the Filipino Youth (OFY) proudly announces the opening of its 2026 concert season with “Elevate: Triumphs of Tchaikovsky” on Feb. 1, 2026,...

24/12/2025

Wishing everyone a most blessed holiday season. We thank all who have been part of our 2025 journey as we continue to advance our mission toward a decarbonized and regenerative future. May this season bring renewed hope, reflection, and purpose to us all.

22/10/2025

We congratulate Ang Misyon - Orchestra of the Filipino Youth (OFY) on being named Musical Foundation of the Year at the first-ever The Filipino Music Awards . May you continue to uplift young Filipino talents through your music and artistry.

In photo (from left) are Ang Misyon Vice President Shirley Cruz, OFY Percussion Principal John Benedict Marcelino, OFY Violin Shania Cole Pineda, and Ang Misyon Executive Director Mickey Munoz.

Pushing OPM forward. Congratulations to Ang Misyon for winning Musical Foundation of the Year at the first-ever Filipino Music Awards!

Catch the official telecast on TV5 on the following dates:

• Part 1: October 25, 2025 | 9:45 PM

• Part 2: October 26, 2025 | 9:30 PM

Presented by Modern Media Group Inc.

Produced by AGC Power Holdings Corp.

Music Media Partner: Billboard Philippines

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Photo by Ed Simon