DENR chief cites role of LGUs, stakeholders in climate issues | Jonathan L. Mayuga

Secretary Maria Antonia-Yulo Loyzaga underscored the critical role of local government units (LGUs) and other stakeholders in achieving climate and disaster resilience in the face of the worst impact of climate change.

SECRETARY Maria Antonia-Yulo Loyzaga underscored the critical role of local government units and other stakeholders in achieving climate and disaster resilience in the face of the worst impact of climate change.

In her speech, she said that all sectors of society–government, academe, private sector and civil society–must work together to “identify high priority areas, understand the root causes of vulnerability and identify and invest in appropriate environmental protection, climate change adaptation and mitigation and DRR strategies.”

Loyzaga was in Siargao Island to lead the delivery of DENR services such as the processing of Environmental Compliance Certificates closer to the people through the DENR Services on Wheels. She also spearheaded the implementation of Project Transform . A Protected Area, Siargao Island suffered the brunt of typhoon Odette in December 2021. As one of the country’s five gems, Loyzaga said that Surigao del Norte has unique and wonderful opportunities for inclusive and resilient development, but also unique risks due to man-made, geologic and climate-related hazards.

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